Executive Director, Corporate Credit Risk

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•New York, NY

1d•$265,000 - $310,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Executive Director II, Corporate Credit Risk, you will form an integral part of the Corporate Credit team and will be accountable to the Vice-President, US Corporate Credit, Global Credit Risk Management for the management and adjudication of a Corporate Loan portfolio focused on US Diversified, Power and Utilities, Project Finance and Infrastructure, and Leveraged Lending credits. As a senior credit risk adjudicator, your role will focus on the Project Finance and Infrastructure Industry, while supporting the other industries in the portfolio. In addition, Corporate Credit will provide advice and counsel to Line of Business partners in fulfillment of the corporate credit risk components of strategic plans. You will work closely and collaboratively with our business partners to understand, measure, and monitor risk and adhere to CIBC’s policies in order to maintain a risk profile that is consistent with a prudently run financial institution. At CIBC, we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 3 - 4 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Requirements

Seasoned credit professional with Corporate Banking experience.
Experience managing large corporate credit deals with a focus on Project Finance and Infrastructure.
Some experience in US Diversified, Power and Utilities, and Leveraged Lending credits.
Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting, MBA and/or equivalent.
Deep Project Finance and Infrastructure credit structuring knowledge, ranging from Ports, Toll Roads, Digital Infrastructure and LNG to Wind and Solar projects.
Ability to notice things that others don't.
Critical thinking skills to inform decision making.
Ability to connect with others through respect and authenticity.
Legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Nice To Haves

Credit risk experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with line of business partners to develop strong relationships.
Develop a high level of knowledge of industry sectors or business lines covered, and provide advice to executives on relevant matters.
Attend client meetings with front-line relationship managers as appropriate.
Provide constructive advice and guidance to relationship managers on credit transactions, within CIBC’s credit policies and guidelines and CIBC’s risk appetite.
Demonstrate a keen understanding of current and developing regulatory issues, as well as CIBC credit policies, guidelines and procedures.
Effectively utilize CIBC risk rating methodologies to ensure an objective and accurate assessment of risk in credit transactions.
Provide consulting and assistance as a subject matter expert to influence the development, implementation and management of policies and programs related to the sector(s) covered.