Agency Associate

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

As the Agency Associate you will be accountable for providing specialized agency services as an independent intermediary between borrowers and lenders participating in syndicated credit facilities arranged by Wholesale or Retail Markets. This role applies solid knowledge of lending products and accepted syndication and loan administration practices in the following regions; Canadian Commercial Banking, Canadian Large Corporate, US Large Corporate or European Large Corporate. You will manage all aspects of administration and monitoring of established credit facilities which includes the input, verification and escalation of any risk elements associated with the portfolio. As a member of the Credit Processing Team, this role participates in process improvement and quality initiatives in order to enhance the quality of client service and increase operational efficiency.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, 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

• Relationship Management - Liaise with borrowers (executive and operational levels), lenders, external and internal legal counsel, and other business units within the Bank on all activities related to the syndication and ongoing administration of the assigned accounts to ensure that the borrower and lenders operate within terms and conditions of the loan agreements and related legal documents, including transfers among lenders.
• Provide guidance - Act as an industry expert in local market funding and operational standards for all loan products and services with the responsibility of offering recommendations and solutions to complex funding issues.
• Ensure accuracy - Manage the flow of funds to mitigate risk to the Bank as agent.
• Negotiate - Collect revenues on behalf of the Agent and syndicate and distribute them accordingly. On an annual basis, review and recommend/negotiate Agency Fees
• Update business processes - Act as an agent for continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve or enhance processes, procedures and service for clients
• Ensure compliance - For both internal controls and procedures
• Maintain correct data - Establish and maintain current expert knowledge of the credit agreement to accurately and effectively administer the contractual arrangements while mitigating execution risks inherent in the duties of the Administration Agent.
  

Who you are

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
• You have a degree in. Business, Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of relevant working experience.
• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.

• You’re goal oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.

• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You live your values. You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

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 [email protected]

• 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-141 Bay, 21st Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Operations, Customer Service, Operations Management, Operations Support, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Technical Knowledge