Group Portfolio Manager, Commercial Real Estate

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be part of CIBC’s Commercial Real Estate (CRE) team, supporting the ongoing management and success of our diverse loan portfolio. As a Portfolio Manager, you'll work closely with cross-vertical Deal Team members to ensure an optimal client experience after a loan closes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring financial reporting and covenants
• Completing credit actions such as renewals and modifications
• Acting as a resource for Regional Group Portfolio Managers (RGPMs) during portfolio reviews
• Gaining market expertise through site visits
• Participating in industry events to stay informed
• Serving as a client advocate for portfolio-related inquiries
• Maintaining asset quality
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies
• Supporting regulatory submissions

How You'll Succeed

• Portfolio Management & Client Engagement - Interact with Deal Team members and clients to ensure post-closing activities are seamless and all parties are informed.
• Credit Actions & Analysis - Complete analysis and documentation for credit actions including renewals, waivers, modifications, and annual reviews for your assigned portfolio.
• Risk Assessment & Monitoring - Recommend risk ratings, monitor asset quality, and escalate potential concerns to RGPM and leadership when necessary.
• Market & Industry Expertise - Conduct site visits, participate in industry events, and maintain current market knowledge to inform decision-making and client relationships.
• Regulatory & Policy Compliance - Provide materials and submissions for regulatory and audit requests, and ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures governing loan originations and closings.

Who You Are

• Relevant experience in commercial real estate lending, portfolio management, or a related financial services role.
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
• A strong communicator, building trust with clients and colleagues by sharing information clearly and proactively.
• Analytical and strategic, using market knowledge and analytical skills to assess risk and recommend appropriate actions.
• Adaptable and collaborative, thriving in a dynamic environment and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Values-driven, bringing your real self to work and living our values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

California Residents

Your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment at CIBC are protected. At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package, including an expected salary range of $150,000.00-$200,000.00 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 your 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.

What CIBC Offers

• Your goals are a priority at CIBC. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.
• We offer a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
• 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.
• We are 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 provide an accessible candidate experience.

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 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.
• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office).