CIBC US · 14 hours ago
Sr. Market Lead, Mid Corporate Banking
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $275K/yr
15+ years expCIBC US is building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world and is seeking a Sr. Market Lead for Mid Corporate Banking. The role involves leading deal team efforts, managing client relationships, and driving new business generation while collaborating closely with various teams to ensure successful deal execution.
BankingFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead deal team efforts for pre-screening and credit approval of new relationships, including collaboration with underwriting and portfolio management during analysis and submission for capital approval
Maintain awareness of deal status and be held accountable for team interactions with client and credit management in order to meet deadlines
Collaborate with portfolio management team to provide first-line risk management by maintaining performance discussions with the client on relevant matters
Manage communication with client/agent as new deal progresses through underwriting to closing
Lead strategic client reviews with Group Head and cross-sell product partners to identify further opportunities with existing clients
Active use and maintenance of client relationship management system (CRM) in order to ensure accurate pipeline forecasting and enhance relationship development
Responsible for new strategic relationship acquisition and resulting new business generation goals
Bolster market presence regionally and nationally with the purpose of promoting CIBC and cultivating potential prospects and referral sources
Drive new business through quality leads from regular prospect visits and a network of referral sources (including banker network)
Work to become a trusted advisor/strategic partner to each client through regular contact
Lead deal negotiations with client working closely with Group Head and Underwriting team
Identify new client cross-sell opportunities with keen focus towards debt capital markets, liquidity solutions (deposits), global markets (FX/derivatives/commodity hedging), investment banking, and equipment finance. Include relevant product partners in client meetings at appropriate times
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's in Business (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, Accounting) or equivalent preferred
Minimum 15 years' total commercial banking experience
Preferably minimum of 5 years' mid corporate banking or corporate banking experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in a business development role
Solid relationship management and networking skills in the diversified industries sector
Strong credit acumen and experience in analyzing complex financial statements
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with particular emphasis on experience in face-to-face negotiations
Experience partnering with deal structuring, underwriting, closing, and portfolio management teams
Proven track record of partnering with investment banking and capital markets on complex capital structures in order to collectively provide sound capital markets advice
Self motivated with ability to motivate others
Strategic thinker with excellent collaboration/teamwork skills
Proven leadership skills
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability
Other Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation)
Holidays
401(k)
Company
CIBC US
CIBC US provides tailored commercial and personal banking services, private banking, wealth management and small business financial solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brant Ahrens
Chief Administrative Officer
Recent News
2026-01-20
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