Senior Research Analyst

CIBC • Toronto, ON

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Multi-Asset and Currency research, the incumbent will deliver high-quality, frequent, and actionable investment research grounded in well-articulated, forward-looking insights to influence portfolio decisions. You will conduct risk analysis and thematic research to support portfolio management, and contribute to the development of economic and financial market models. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics, International Finance or related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in high-quality macroeconomic analysis within financial markets, with a strong grasp of global macroeconomic dynamics, central banking, and capital markets.
• Proficient with research and quantitative modeling tools (such as PowerBI, Eviews, and Python).
• Excel in communication, writing, and presentation, enabling you to clearly convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Mature, with strong interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a collaborative, teamwork-oriented environment.
• Bring your authentic self to work and embody our core values of trust, teamwork and accountability.
• Be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Nice To Haves

• CFA designation (or on way to completion) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, frequent, and actionable investment research grounded in well-articulated, forward-looking insights to influence portfolio decisions.
• Conduct risk analysis and thematic research to support portfolio management.
• Contribute to the development of economic and financial market models.
• Leverage your deep understanding of financial markets and macroeconomic trends to deliver timely and actionable investment research that drives informed investment decisions.
• Interpret complex market signals, identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Make informed decisions under pressure.
• Deliver frequent and high-quality analysis and present findings to key stakeholders.
• Construct econometric models (Python, Eviews) to forecast expected returns in various asset classes (FX, yields, equities, options, commodities).
• Contribute to the development of our internal communication and research platforms (PowerBI, Python).
• Comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.
• Be registrable to the various securities commissions across Canada.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Incentive pay
• Banking benefits
• Benefits program
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee share purchase plan
• Vacation offering
• Wellbeing support
• MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program
• Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior