Associate, Entertainment Banking

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What You’ll Be Doing 

 

CIBC Entertainment Banking provides advisory services and tailored financial solutions to media and entertainment companies across North America. Our team is composed of specialized professionals with strong experience in senior lending to North American media and entertainment businesses. With a broad mandate, the team provides international industry coverage, leads or participates in a range of structured financing transactions, and supports an expanding portfolio of clients. We are focused on delivering creative financing solutions, strategic insights, and exceptional service through the full suite of CIBC’s product capabilities. 

 

As an Associate, you will work closely with members of the Entertainment Banking team, both collaboratively and independently, to support a broad range of activities. These include preparing and assisting with the presentation of financing proposals to existing and prospective clients; supporting approved credit opportunities through credit memo preparation, negotiations, legal documentation review, and transaction closing; and contributing to the ongoing management of the existing loan portfolio. You will also partner with the Relationship team to strengthen your capabilities in business development, relationship management, and negotiation. 

 

At CIBC, we are committed to creating a work environment that enables you to perform at your best. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How You’ll Succeed  

 

• Client First – Participate in discussions with client management teams, including executive, finance, and operations leaders, to assess financing needs. Conduct thorough financial and non-financial analysis and evaluate the risks associated with credit proposals. Support the preparation of financing proposals, including structuring terms and conditions such as security, covenants, and pricing, to ensure risk is appropriately reflected and compensated. Draft recommendations for credit submissions and investment proposals for presentation to senior management, and assist with transaction due diligence. 

 

• Relationship Building – Build strong relationships with internal partners, external clients, and broader industry contacts to help generate referrals, identify business opportunities, and maintain awareness of market developments. 

 

• Collaboration – Work closely with your team to connect clients with the right opportunities and solutions. Help monitor and manage a portfolio of senior debt accounts, maintain relationships with borrowers and Relationship Managers, track account performance and sector trends, and contribute to ongoing risk assessment and reporting. Support the negotiation of financing terms and conditions. 

 

• Business Acumen – Apply a solid understanding of commercial lending, with exposure to specialized senior lending products such as acquisition financings, project and interim financings, and syndicated loans, as well as other core banking products and services. Bring an understanding of the business, legal, tax, banking, and regulatory environment that shapes client financial needs. Use strong written and verbal communication skills to present financial information clearly and effectively. 

 

Who You Are 

 

• You hold a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. 

• A graduate degree or professional financial designation, such as CPA, CBV, CFA, FRM, or CAIA, is considered an asset but is not required. 

• You have experience in a commercial credit and/or equity investment environment. 

• You understand lending principles, practices, and procedures, including credit assessment, structuring, and industry and competitive analysis. 

• You can demonstrate experience with financial modeling and accounting skills are considered an asset. 

• You have experience preparing proposals and making recommendations. 

• You are an effective communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines. 

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 10th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Banking, Business Banking, Business Development, Client Service, Financial Advising, Portfolio Management, Researching, Results-Oriented