Associate, Institutional Equity Research ( Industrials Sector

What You’ll Be Doing

The Capital Markets division at CIBC delivers innovative solutions to corporate, government, and institutional clients throughout North America and key financial centres globally. As an Associate in Institutional Equity Research, you’ll join the Equities team, which is dedicated to providing original ideas, exceptional service, and performance to institutional investors. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Research Analyst covering the Industrials sector.

You’ll develop and maintain financial models and databases, and other critical administrative tasks. In addition, you will develop and deepen foundational knowledge in equity research and capital markets, support the Research Analyst in industry and company analysis, and contribute to research and client deliverables while building skills in financial modelling, reporting writing and forecasting. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.

To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time. The expected annualized base salary for this role is $100,000 - $125,000. The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles.

In addition to base pay, compensation for this role includes participation in an annual discretionary incentive or bonus program. We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

• Research & Analysis - Support the Research Analyst in preparing research reports, presentations, and related materials. Build foundational knowledge of the sectors and companies under coverage to contribute to high-quality, insightful analysis.
• Financial Modelling - Complete assigned research activities, including updating financial models, forecasting company cash flows and earnings, entering and analyzing data, and conducting channel checks using industry contacts and sector databases, with guidance from the Analyst and Senior Associate.
• Market Monitoring - Track news, market developments, and research consumption trends related to covered companies and sectors. Escalate significant developments to the Analyst and identify timely, high-interest topics for further analysis.
• Report Writing - Prepare draft sections of research reports and presentations, ensuring content is accurate, clear, and aligned with established templates and standards, with Analyst review.
• Collaboration & Client Support - Participate in presentations and client meetings as needed, and communicate important company and industry developments to the Sales and Trading team under the direction of the Analyst.
• Data Integrity & Organization - Maintain research data, supporting documentation, and historical reports in line with team protocols. Verify the accuracy of data inputs, calculations, and report content, and complete all work on time and in compliance with CIBC policies and procedures.

You’re a certified professional. You hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance or business-related discipline preferred. Enrollment in the CFA program (or the designation) would be an asset. You can demonstrate one to two years of relevant experience and interest in Capital Markets through education. As well as excellent knowledge of PC applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access). AI, programming and automation skills are also valued.

You demonstrate interest in the capital markets industry through school courses, clubs and/or related work experience. You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life. You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't.

Your critical thinking skills help to inform…