Full-Time

Private Banker

Deadline 8/15/26
Bank of Montreal

Bank of Montreal

10,001+ employees

Personal, business banking and capital markets

Compensation Overview

$56k - $103.5k/yr

+ Commission

Montreal, QC, Canada

In Person

On-site role in Montreal; no remote work.

Bachelor's

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management

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Requirements
  • Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must meet the licensing and certification requirements for the team / branch / jurisdiction where the mandate is being fulfilled.
  • Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the standards established within the credit qualification process, policies, and procedures.
  • Basic knowledge of Personal and Commercial credit and non-credit products.
  • Working sales and client service skills
  • Working business development skills with successful track record
  • In-depth relationship management skills.
  • Able to work independently, resolving complex or ambiguous issues or situations.
  • Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
  • Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
  • Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
  • Influence skills - In-depth.
  • Data driven decision making - In-depth.
Responsibilities
  • Manages the retention and expansion of client relationships through a contact strategy and an ongoing review the client’s banking needs.
  • Coordinates client relationship management with the lead relationship manager for the assigned portfolio.
  • Applies relationship management principles and techniques to an assigned portfolio of clients providing a value-added client experience.
  • Acts as a secondary member of a client deal team in the facilitation of the desired client experience and to achieve business goals.
  • Maintains knowledge and understanding of financial planning principles, incorporating this into planning strategies to help clients.
  • Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
  • Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
  • Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
  • Monitors and tracks performance and addresses any issues.
  • Ensures high quality of information obtained to support decisions.
  • Contributes to the assigned portfolio’s profitability through expense control and profitable pricing practices for products and services.
  • Negotiates appropriate pricing using discretion where required to build a profitable portfolio.
  • Provides integrated and customized advice, and helps clients achieve their financial and personal goals using a consultative approach in customer conversations.
  • Applies financial planning skills and concepts against each client’s personal and financial situation.
  • Acts as an ambassador to enhance BMO’s reputation in the market.
  • Adheres to all policies and procedures, guidelines, legal and ethical requirements and regulations including individual accountability as it relates to potential conflicts of interest, safeguarding of customer information, trading in securities, anti-money laundering, privacy, and disclosure of outside business activities.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge and understanding of all banking products, processes, and relevant legal, regulatory and technology requirements.
  • Ensures lending and non-lending decisions, prospecting activities are adequately documented; responds to questions and resolves issues raised through audits, quality checks and reviews.
  • Manages risk and minimizes losses through monitoring and control reports, ensuring verifications are completed in accordance with guidelines.
  • Documents and follows-up on any discrepancies to procedures, operational risks and escalates per guidelines.
  • Performs sales and service support activities to meet client needs and maintain overall service levels.
  • Develops rapport and instills confidence with the client to develop credibility and earn their trust.
  • Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
  • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
  • Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
  • Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.

Bank of Montreal (BMO) is a diversified financial services provider offering personal, business, and commercial banking, along with capital markets and wealth management, across Canada and the United States. Individuals use personal banking for everyday needs and loans, households can obtain mortgages and credit products, and businesses access commercial loans, treasury/cash management, and industry-specific advice. In capital markets, BMO assists clients with raising capital, trading, and research, while wealth management delivers investment strategies and asset management for portfolios. The company aims to help clients manage and grow their money through a full range of financial services for individuals, small businesses, large corporations, and public sector entities in North America.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

1988

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 net income rose 34% to $2.63 billion, with ROE reaching 13.0%.
  • March 26, 2026 investor day targeted above 15% ROE by 2028.
  • May 2026 Burgundy acquisition lifted Wealth Management, while Stonepeak sale sharpened focus.

What critics are saying

  • FCAC fined BMO $4 million on February 2, 2026 for 101,091 customer overcharges.
  • SEC settled a $40.7 million BMO Capital Markets bond-misrepresentation case in January 2025.
  • BMO recorded $202 million severance charges in Q1 2026, signaling continuing job cuts.

What makes Bank of Montreal unique

  • BMO unifies Canadian and U.S. banking on one North American platform.
  • Capital Markets and Wealth Management diversify earnings beyond spread-dependent lending.
  • April 2026 OLBB rollout strengthens BMO's SME proposition across Canada and the U.S.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Accident and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

Hybrid Work Options

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