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Analyst/Associate, QIS Cross Asset Volatility Structurer

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Description

This role within CIBC Global Markets' QIS Structuring Group focuses on designing and developing Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) and systematic indices for financial institutions and retail clients. The successful candidate will concentrate on innovative, tailored volatility-based solutions and work with Capital Markets partners to originate, structure, and commercialize client-focused systematic solutions. The position offers significant exposure to cross-asset markets and opportunities to expand technical and commercial expertise.

What We're Looking For

Proactively generate Cross-Asset Derivatives and QIS/Systematic Indices ideas, especially volatility-based strategies.,Research, design, construct, and backtest systematic volatility strategies (signals, portfolio construction, rebalancing, risk controls) and support commercialization.,Respond efficiently to derivative pricing and structuring requests from Sales and clients across multiple asset classes.,Perform market and quantitative analysis for new product/index development (e.g., volatility surfaces, skew, correlation, carry/roll-down, liquidity, transaction costs).,Produce scenario, stress-testing, and performance attribution analysis.,Create and maintain client-facing materials (factsheets, pitch content, methodology summaries).,Collaborate with Capital Markets groups (Sales, Trading, Risk, Legal/Compliance, Operations, Technology, Model Validation).,Support QIS/index lifecycle processes, including documentation, approvals, reviews, and coordination with calculation agents.,Contribute to process improvement and automation of research/reporting workflows.,Develop product knowledge and cross-train as appropriate.,Share skills, knowledge, and ideas with management and Global Markets team members.,Attend Continuous Learning Program sessions.

Ideal Candidate

University degree in business/economics or related field, with STEM degrees (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science) strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience (~3+ years) in derivatives and systematic strategies, ideally with a focus on volatility (e.g., variance/vol swaps, options strategies, dispersion/correlation, carry/roll-down) in structuring, trading, quant, or related roles. Strong understanding of global financial markets and drivers of volatility across asset classes (rates, FX, equities, credit, commodities). Working knowledge of derivative pricing and risk (e.g., Greeks, volatility surfaces, smile/skew dynamics, correlation, convexity, funding/financing, transaction costs). Strong quantitative skills, ability to interpret model outputs, validate results, and communicate clearly.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Hard Skills

Python
SQL
Analytics Insights
Finance
Global Market
Portfolio Management
Structured Products
Derivatives Pricing
Risk Management
Quantitative Analysis
Backtesting

Soft Skills

Problem-solving
Interpersonal skills
Stakeholder-management
Written communication
Verbal communication
Learning agility
Sound judgment
Adaptability
Prioritization
Time management
Attention to detail
Professionalism
Integrity
Risk awareness
Teamwork
Accountability

Work Hours

40 hours/week

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability and Other Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off (Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Vacation)
Holidays
401(k)
Banking benefits
Wellbeing support
Recognition program

Special Commitments

Must be legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

About the Company

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Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)

CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with 14 million personal banking, business, public sector, and institutional clients. It offers a full range of advice, solutions, and services through its leading digital banking network and locations across Canada, the U.S., and around the world.

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