Relationship Manager, Real Estate Finance

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What you’ll be doing

As a member of the CIBC Real Estate Finance Division, you will focus exclusively on providing financing to real estate companies on both an interim/construction and term basis across Canada. As a Relationship Manager of Real Estate finance, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of credit and strategic solutions for Canada’s leading real estate companies - taking lead responsibility for mid-tier clients and prospects and serving an integral support role to the Director on major strategic relationships. Success will be measured both in terms of the Manager’s individual performance as well as his/her contribution to the achievement of the team’s objectives.
- 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._

How you’ll succeed- Business Development - Working with other team members, to develop proposals for clients and prospective clients regarding senior and mezzanine credit, and lead and conduct transactional due diligence. Identify and analyze business opportunities and determine the feasibility of potential financing transactions, along with conducting industry research to determine industry trends and drivers. Originate new client relationships that leverage knowledge and expertise, CIBC’s capabilities and that meet CIBC risk tolerances and profitability hurdles, to grow the Commercial Banking business.- Portfolio Management - Monitor risk status of loan portfolio and, as needed, re-define, and re-negotiate loan structures. Develop financing proposals and pricing strategies to ensure achievement of profitability hurdle rates (RAROC). Acting as the Transaction Sponsor within CIBC, you will structure, negotiate, and document credit arrangements with clients and prospects, and negotiate all terms of credit with Corporate & Commercial Adjudication (“CCA”) and appropriately assess risk in the relationship.- Relationship Management - Proactively assess client needs and propose products/solutions to meet those needs and the client’s broader business objectives. Ensure that clients continue to be aware of the benefits of using these products, as well as new products available to them, and continuously update knowledge on new products that may be of value to clients. Track industry developments, regulatory issues and economic trends and communicate their relevance to clients and attend client functions.

Who you are- You can demonstrate experience in real estate, financial services, advisory services, business development and a demonstrated knowledge of valuation techniques and practices, including cash-flow analysis.- You're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact. You have strong client and relationship management skills, and can demonstrate an aptitude for business development (sales) skills- You are a bold and authentic leader. You're passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse, high performing teams.- You put our clients first. You have strong client and relationship management skills. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions- You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.- Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

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*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, 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.
- Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

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