Executive Director – Corporate Banking London

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The Executive Director will play an integral role in advancing CIBC Capital Markets’ lending strategy through integrating active portfolio management within our European and UK platforms. This includes liaising with relationship managers, credit risk management, senior management, internal and external stakeholders, to review, assess and monitor the growing book of clients. The role requires building and managing relationships with clients, coaching and developing the team, working seamlessly with relationship managers London and Luxembourg and the loan syndication team in London. In addition, collaborating with product partners across the Capital Markets franchise to ensure we are unlocking ancillary business opportunities.

• Act as a senior member of the Corporate Banking team, to manage and monitor the growing portfolio
• Take over day to day and long term ownership responsibility for growing number of accounts including detailed monitoring for project finance loans, review and evaluation of amendments, waivers and consents, and refinancing transactions, in line with CIBC’s European strategy and risk appetite
• Remain current on existing client base, industry trends, economic trends, and market intelligence.
• Ensures high quality of credit analysis conducted, compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate legal documentation in conjunction with internal credit approvals for amendments, etc.
• Represent firms interest externally and internally through restructurings, in the event the need arises.
• Respond to requests from internal and external Auditors and Bank Examiners
• Track on time delivery of Borrower’s reporting obligations, coordinate review of Budgets, Op Reports, Financials, Risk Ratings etc with Risk Management
• Coordinate and support operational matters (including loan payoffs, syndication process) on loans.
• Support deal teams for refinancings or new transactions, the execution (including internal process and conduct necessary due diligence) and ensure appropriate closing of the transaction.
• Support the team as necessary on onboarding new clients, preparation of marketing materials, and development of internal policies, rating models and other tools
• Support other senior members of the Corporate Banking team from time to time and develop a strong internal network, relationships across geographies and a personal profile within the firm, including interacting on a regular basis with Executive Committee Members in Luxembourg
• Ensure recommendations and opinions offered to clients are in compliance with legislation and regulation and are of the highest professional standards and that they reflect our risk appetite statement
• Work effectively within CIBC\'s corporate governance practices and policies (e.g., Risk Management, Finance, Human Resources, Legal and Compliance) to ensure risks are appropriately addressed and that CIBC legal / reputational issues and shareholder objectives are covered
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and contribute fresh perspectives to the business

• Strong work ethic with attention to detail
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in European renewables, infrastructure, or project finance, with a strong track record in structuring and executing complex credit transactions
• Deep understanding of the renewables, infrastructure, and energy transition sectors, including market influences and capital markets activity
• Sophisticated skills in credit analysis, and cashflow/project finance modelling, with strong experience preparing and analyzing complex credit documentation and due diligence
• Team player with excellent collaboration and organizational skills, as well as adaptability
• Strong presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to clients and internal stakeholders
• Unquestioned ethical standards and professionalism, with a commitment to teamwork, trust and accountability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

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

Job Location: 150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35