Director, Trading Documentation (12M Contract)

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.

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What you'll be doing

As Director, Trading Documentation, you’ll negotiate and execute master agreements for over-the-counter and centrally cleared derivatives, securities financing transactions, and other trading products on behalf of the bank and its affiliates. You’ll also maintain and update key information on online platforms that support trading, regulatory compliance, and collateral management activities. Working closely with trading desk personnel, relationship managers, senior risk management partners, and colleagues across Legal, you’ll help ensure executed agreements align with the bank’s documentation policies and procedures. In this role, you’ll contribute to effective risk mitigation and support the bank’s capital markets business through thoughtful, accurate, and timely documentation.

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

• Negotiation leadership - Negotiate International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes (CSAs), pledge agreements, and other master agreements related to derivatives and securities financing transactions, including repurchase and securities lending transactions. Support CIBC’s capital markets activities by negotiating trade confirmations and documentation for securitization and structured finance programs, particularly those with a derivative component.

• Documentation oversight - Apply and communicate the bank’s documentation policies and procedures for trading products in alignment with internal standards and applicable regulatory and industry requirements. Help identify practical solutions to support regulatory change and promote consistency across documentation practices.

• Risk management support - Review credit agreements, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, and related lending documentation to confirm the bank’s security position before trading activity begins. Help ensure the most appropriate documentation is in place to mitigate credit risk and manage capital implications.

• Platform and data management - Use internal and third-party online platforms to negotiate client-facing contracts and to access, update, and maintain information in support of the bank’s trading, regulatory compliance, and collateral management requirements. Ensure information is accurate, current, and maintained in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.

• Relationship management - Build strong working relationships with trading desk personnel, relationship managers, senior risk management partners, corporate clients, peer institutions, and regulators. Provide clear guidance, negotiate effectively, and support stakeholders across a range of complex documentation matters.

Who you are

• You have deep expertise in trading documentation. You bring strong experience in transactional derivatives and structured products, along with advanced drafting, communication, and analytical skills. You have a strong understanding of ISDA Master Agreements and other derivatives and securities financing documentation, as well as treasury trading products.

• You’re a thoughtful problem-solver. You’re highly detail oriented and comfortable working through complex issues with sound judgment. You can explain technical concepts clearly to internal partners and clients.

• You’re digitally confident. You’re comfortable learning and using internal and third-party online platforms that support trading, regulatory compliance, and collateral management activities. You use technology effectively to manage documentation workflows and maintain accurate records.

• You have relevant legal and regulatory knowledge. You’re familiar with credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related documentation, and you can review these materials efficiently to assess the bank’s security position. You also understand regulatory requirements related to onboarding derivatives clients, including Know Your Client (KYC) and Dodd-Frank requirements.

• You have the right credentials. You have a law degree. Experience working at a law firm or as in-house counsel at a financial institution is considered an asset.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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 work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs 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.

*Subject to 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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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.

Expected End Date

2027-07-30

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 20th Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Communication, Data Management, Documentations, Drafting Agreements, Negotiation, Structured Finance