Portfolio Manager - Specialty Finance

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 What you'll be doing As a Portfolio Manager within CIBC’s Specialty Finance Unit, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing a portfolio of diverse specialty finance clients. You’ll collaborate closely with Relationship Managers and the Diligence Team to ensure client needs are met, while actively driving new business opportunities. Your responsibilities will include direct client interactions to strengthen relationships and manage risk for the bank, as well as representing CIBC at conferences and client visits. You’ll also work across various areas of the bank, including senior management and Credit Risk Management, to support the growth and success of the Specialty Finance portfolio. How you'll succeed **Portfolio Management** - Oversee a portfolio of specialty finance clients, ensuring strong performance and effective risk management. **Client Relationship Building** - Engage directly with clients to foster long-term relationships and deliver tailored financial solutions. **Business Development** - Work with Relationship Managers to identify and pursue new business opportunities within the specialty finance sector. **Cross-functional Collaboration** - Partner with the Diligence Team, Credit Risk Management, and senior management to support client needs and manage risk. **Industry Engagement** - Attend conferences and client meetings to stay current with market trends and represent CIBC’s interests. Who you are **You have relevant experience.** You bring experience in portfolio management, specialty finance, or related fields. **You’re a collaborator.** You thrive in cross-functional environments and enjoy working with diverse teams to achieve shared goals. **You’re client-focused.** You understand the importance of building trust and delivering value to clients. **You’re proactive.** You seek out opportunities for business growth and stay current with industry trends. Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. California residents — your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $135,000.00- -$155,000.00 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component . CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members. This position does not offer visa sponsorship. #LI-TA 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*, 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 What you need to know 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 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 . We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us. Job Location IL-120 S LaSalle St Employment Type Regular Weekly Hours 40 Skills Business