Manager, Corporate Strategy & Enterprise Transformation

Address:

The Corporate Strategy and Enterprise Transformation team (CS&ET) supports the C-Suite on the bank’s enterprise-level strategic priorities spanning the end-to-end lifecycle - from strategy development and solution prioritization all the way through implementation.

In addition to shaping the agenda for the Bank’s top priorities, this team serves as a talent pipeline to build a career at BMO beyond CS&ET. As a Senior Manager, you will have unique exposure to executives and opportunities to build cross-bank relationships through working with line of business and corporate function leadership on developing and delivering the enterprise’s strategic priorities.

To learn more about our extensive track record, rich tradition, and culture please visit our website here

Core accountabilities

• Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
• Conducts analysis required to inform strategic recommendations and considers the “big picture” when assessing whether or not a course of action is advisable in terms of the group and enterprise goals.
• Engage stakeholders across Enterprise to gather input / subject matter expertise and align on key insights and decisions to inform strategic planning / priorities.
• Leads the execution of strategic initiatives; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.
• Leads change management activities, ensuring cross business/group coordination and logistical support for the implementation of change.
• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.

Strategy development accountabilities - detailed

• Leverages a consultative approach to developing current state analysis (e.g., fact base, opportunity areas) and recommendations on strategic choices / trade-offs.
• Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmaps for strategic execution.
• Conducts analysis and research to provide context into the current state (e.g., industry trends, benchmarks) and inform future state priorities (e.g., financial modelling, best practices)
• Develops business cases by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• May network with industry contacts to gather and identify competitive insights and best practices.

Delivery accountabilities - detailed

• Leads implementation of strategic initiatives within group and across BMO by partnering with various internal & external stakeholders as required; complexity of initiatives may vary and usually involve multiple stakeholders across the enterprise.
• Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.
• Defines business requirements for analytics & reporting to ensure data insights inform business decision making.
• Collaborates across BMO to develop communications strategies and ensure consistency of messaging, to positively influence or change behaviour.
• Acts as a relationship manager on assigned projects / programs and ensures alignment to overall enterprise and group goals.
• Supports strategy execution by leading transformation roadmaps / programs to ensure disciplined delivery and successful change management.
• Collaborates with internal & external stakeholders to provide business context in the design, develop and implementation of programs & solutions.
• Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
• Identifies enablers and key issues prior to and during implementation, raises issues with stakeholders and offers solutions to resolve issues or risks that jeopardize delivery.
• Implements changes in response to shifting trends.

Executive support / other

• Supports C-Suite on other strategic priorities and ad hoc requests as necessary.
• Operates at a group / enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience (management consulting, financial services, strategy roles) and post-secondary degree in related field of study (e.g., MBA, CFA) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
• Able to manage ambiguity.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.