What you'll be doing

We are currently recruiting for a recent MBA graduate to become an associate equity analyst on the CIBC Core Growth Team in Boston led by Sandy Sanders, CFA. You will be mentored and trained in a specific fundamental Seven Step Investment Process. The focus is on U.S. Core and Growth equities in all market capitalization ranges. You will concentrate your time researching companies using a Seven Step Investment Process, which essentially is grounded in studying the fundamentals of a company which include: competitive advantages, growth drivers, industry analysis, financial statement analysis, management team assessment, range of values, Risks, and ESG analysis. Over time, once the team lead is comfortable that the investment process has been properly learned and practiced, a specific sector will be assigned for direct coverage for ongoing duties.

The CIBC Core Growth Team investment strategies are focused on All Cap Core, All Cap Growth, and Large Cap Growth with AUM exceeding $5 billion. This is a new team at CIBC, and you will be part of a growing equity franchise that was recently established at CIBC in March of 2026. This role will be on-site in Boston, but will also include research and client travel needs. Having robust knowledge of current IT internet technology and innovation trends, particularly artificial intelligence tools, digital tools, in addition to FactSet, Bloomberg, and superior Excel modeling skills will be a standout.

To successfully perform the work, you will be on-site full-time.

How you'll succeed

Equity Research & Team support

• Mastery of Investment Process - Learn and adapt the CIBC Core Growth team's Seven Step Investment Process.
• Stock Coverage - Launch coverage of stocks one at a time using a specific initiation report, in a team setting with real time debate, follow-up, and likely further research.
• Ongoing Research and Industry Engagement - Perform ongoing research and analyze market data, industry trends, filings, and all other necessary information to support or detract from your original investment thesis. Attend sell side broker conferences and industry bus tours. Host management teams at the office in Boston for in-depth discussions.
• Financial Modeling and Valuation - Model company financial statements and apply range of values analysis using a DCF based framework.
• Company Monitoring - Maintain quarterly summaries on assigned companies that are archived with models.
• Custom Reporting - Assist with team needs for building custom reports in FactSet and other related reporting needs.
• Marketing and Client Communication - Contribute to the development of client marketing materials and collateral.
• Client & Prospect Engagement - Travel and present to prospective and existing clients and discuss the stocks in the portfolio based on the team's seven step investment process.

Who you are

• You have a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree. It's an asset if you have CFA designation.
• You have industry experience. You have several years' experience prior to graduate school working in the financial services industry, ideally with a buy side investment firm.
• You are a strong communicator. You exhibit exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills which allow you to effectively engage with a diverse range of clients, prospects, and stakeholders across the organization, both in-person and virtually.
• You are technologically savvy. You are an expert using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with FactSet and Bloomberg preferred.
• You are passionate about investing in stocks and are well read on this topic.
• You are passionate about growing your knowledge and continuously improving with a strong sense of curiosity.
• You are a team player. You work as part of our collegial research team and take instruction from the team lead. You are open-minded, flexible, and willing to listen to other people's opinions.
• You work independently, leveraging strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment. You effectively prioritize deliverables, provide sound advice, and consistently meet deadlines in a sometimes-demanding environment.
• You are 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.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $100,000 - $160,000 for the Boston, MA 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.

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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

• 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
MA-Boston, 100 Federal St Fl 30

Employment Type
Regular

Weekly Hours
40

Skills
Analytical Thinking, Financial Analysis, Group Problem Solving, Investment Products, Professional Presentation, Researching, Research Reporting, Wealth Management