CIBC

Group Portfolio Manager, Commercial Real Estate

CIBC$150K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in commercial real estate lending or portfolio management
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Proficient in communication, building client and colleague relationships
  • Analytical mindset with strategic risk assessment ability
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment
  • Strong knowledge of market trends and industry practices

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Deal Team members to ensure seamless post-closing client interactions
  • Analyze and document credit actions such as renewals and modifications
  • Monitor asset quality and recommend risk ratings
  • Conduct site visits to gain market insights and inform decision-making
  • Prepare materials for regulatory submissions and ensure compliance with policies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Health Savings Account and life insurance options
  • Generous paid time off including sick leave and vacation
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Special perks reserved for team members
Full Job Description

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, and acting as a resource for Regional Group Portfolio Managers (RGPMs) during portfolio reviews. You'll gain market expertise through site visits, participate in industry events to stay informed, and serve as a client advocate for portfolio-related inquiries. Your role is pivotal in maintaining asset quality, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and supporting regulatory submissions.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

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

You have relevant experience. You bring several years of experience in commercial real estate lending, portfolio management, or a related financial services role.
You’re detail-oriented and organized. You excel at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining accurate records.
You’re a strong communicator. You build trust with clients and colleagues by sharing information clearly and proactively.
You’re analytical and strategic. You use your market knowledge and analytical skills to assess risk and recommend appropriate actions.
You’re adaptable and collaborative. You thrive in a dynamic environment, working effectively with cross-functional teams.
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$150,000.00- $200,000.00for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible toparticipatein the relevant business units incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonuscomponent. CIBC offers a full range ofbenefits and programs to meet our employees 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), Holidaysand 401(k), in addition to other specialperksreserved for our team members.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

Job Location

IL-Chicago, 120 S LaSalle St Fl 11

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate Loans, Credit Processes, Portfolio Management, Results-Oriented, Risk Ratings, Underwriting

About CIBC

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is a Canadian multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The bank is headquartered at Commerce Court in the city's Financial District. CIBC's Institution Number is 010, and its SWIFT code is CIBCCATT. It is one of two Big Five banks founded in Toronto, the other being the Toronto-Dominion Bank. The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce was formed through the June 1, 1961, merger of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and the Imperial Bank of Canada, the largest merger between chartered banks in Canadian history. The bank has four strategic business units: Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets. It has international operations in the United States, the Caribbean, Asia, and United Kingdom; Globally. CIBC serves more than eleven million clients, and has over 40,000 employees. The company ranks at number 172 on the Forbes Global 2000 listing.
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