Director/Executive Director, Institutional Structuring Group (Global Markets)

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•New York, NY

10d•$225,000 - $275,000

About The Position

The Institutional Structuring Group is part of CIBC’s Global Markets team and in this role, the Director/Executive Director will support the Quantitative Investment Strategy development for the Financial Institutions as well as Retail client space through the development of innovative and tailored Equity Derivative solutions. The successful candidate will place particular focus/emphasis on volatility based solutions. This role is an opportunity for someone looking to grow their skill set and knowledge of Capital Markets in general.

Requirements

Knowledge of business/economics typically acquired through a university degree and/or a combination of education and industry experience. Degrees in Mathematics and Engineering disciplines strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Financial Market derivatives acquired through a minimum of 5-10 years’ experience
Knowledge of current financial markets, and an understanding of current market transactions
Able to very quickly acquire knowledge, to demonstrate competence and to add value to the transaction and client relationships
Confident, assertive, and able to function in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fluid environment while maintaining focus
Strong inter-personal skills, selling skills, and team player skills
Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
Python, VBA, SQL and C# knowledge would be an asset
Ability to work and resolve problems independently
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Derivative Pricing capabilities in multiple asset classes would be an asset.
Knowledge of Canadian & US Equity market is a huge plus

Responsibilities

Assist the Structuring Group with their daily activities and administrative tasks, including but not limited to the following:
Pro-actively generating Cross Asset Derivatives as well as Quantitative Investment Strategy (Systematic Indices) ideas that are value-add to Financial Institutions with particular emphasis on Equity Derivatives.
Quickly and efficiently respond to Derivative pricing requests from sales staff and clients.
Perform various market analysis in support of new product idea development
Perform analysis on strategies using back-testing
Creation of marketing material
Collaborate and partner other groups in Capital Markets to provide best solution for the client
On your own initiative, develop product knowledge through directed or self-directed study.
Be prepared to cross train when the appropriate time arises, as suggested by management.
Share any developed skills, knowledge, ideas with management and other members of Global Markets.
Attend learning sessions hosted by the Continuous Learning Program as required.

Benefits

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.
This role has an expected salary range of $225,000-$275,000 for the New York, NY market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.
The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component.
CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
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, 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.