CIBC World Markets Reviews

Pros

Large bank with many (Canadian) opportunities

Cons

Less of a global presence compared to American Banks

Pros

Good level of exposure to Canadian deals Good support from bank resources

Cons

Little exposure to US deals Hierarchical; could do a better job at developing talent

Pros

EA Pool is great to work with. My job description is clear. The people I work with are very professional. Lots of opportunity

Cons

Technology is outdated. Lots of red tape and tight corporate policies.

Advice to Management

Stress levels are apparent.

Pros

Decent salary and people are pretty nice. Stable job

Cons

Long hours Don't learn much A lot of older higher ranking employees that seem to be promoted based on just time with firm A lot of young people seem to be leaving for other banks which is problematic and makes me wonder what others offer. No real career growth, just title inflation as time progresses and salary raise over time.

Advice to Management

Improve work life balance Create more opportunities for young people Base salary and title more on contribution and work effort instead of time at the bank Promote more new ideas and innovation

Pros

Great co-workers and social perks

Cons

Lack in training and management

Advice to Management

Listen to your employees

Pros

depends on location-typically working as team

Cons

sell sell sell----even to the detriment of clients

Advice to Management

listen to employees

Pros

Good location, opportunities, and co-workers

Cons

Micro-management was one of the negatives

Pros

Good office environment. Pay, benefits and stock options are excellent.

Cons

Lots of corporate BS such as red tape.