Director, Commercial Banking

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Canada is seeking a skilled Director in Commercial Banking to cultivate client relationships and manage a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess strong business development and financial management skills, ensuring clients receive exceptional service and tailored solutions. Opportunities for growth and competitive benefits are integral to the role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Banking and health benefits

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Recognition programs like MomentMakers

Paid day off for personal growth (Purpose Day)

Qualifications

• Proven skills in business development, risk and credit management, and negotiation.
• Strong relationship management skills and purpose-driven engagement.
• Knowledge of marketplace and medium-sized business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial banking clients.
• Lead activities with prospective and key CIBC clients.
• Structure, negotiate, and document credit and cash management arrangements.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Banking

Business Development

Customer Experience (CX)

Financial Management

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

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.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

This position is ideal for experienced candidates with developed business credit management skills, a deep experience working with commercial banking clients, and a passion for a client-centric environment aligned with a strong performance culture. As a Director, Commercial Banking (Individual Contributor), you will manage and grow a portfolio of commercial banking clients by proactively developing new business opportunities in the community and ensuring clients’ day-to-day banking needs are met at the highest level. Your role will be to be a banking partner and a champion for our clients’ businesses, committed to delivering flexible business solutions, expert advice, and timely support to help clients achieve their goals.

Details on your work arrangement (on-site and remote work) will be discussed during your interview.

How You’ll Succeed

• Business Development: Lead activities with prospective and key CIBC clients and represent CIBC in the community to develop and foster relationships.
• Relationship Building: Engage in marketing and outreach activities, develop new client relationships leveraging referral sources, existing clients, and community contacts.
• Credit Management: Structure, negotiate, and document credit and cash management arrangements that meet client needs.
• Client Focus: Foster an environment of exceptional service, partnership, and relationship management.
• Collaboration: Connect clients with opportunities, develop a local business profile, and build effective relationships with clients and internal partners.

Who You Are

• Experience in commercial banking: Proven skills in business development, risk and credit management, and negotiation. Ability to identify financial advisory opportunities and address credit issues.
• Client-first mindset: Strong relationship management skills and purpose-driven engagement to find solutions.
• Established local profile: Knowledge of the marketplace and medium-sized business needs.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Values: Live our values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

We prioritize your goals and potential, offering opportunities for growth and development. Our benefits include a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking and health benefits, a pension plan, employee share purchase plan, and recognition programs like MomentMakers.

Our spaces and technology support collaboration and innovation. We also promote initiatives like Purpose Day — a paid day off for personal growth.

Additional Information

• We are committed to an inclusive environment. If you need accommodations, contact [e-mail].
• You must be legally eligible to work and have the necessary permits.
• The application process may include assessments and skills tests to learn about your capabilities and share more about us.

Job Location: Toronto-81 Bay, 10th Floor

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 37.5

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Banking, Business Development, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Management, Relationship Building