Analyst, Corporate Banking

BMO; Toronto; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

BMO is seeking a Corporate Banking professional in Toronto to support origination, structuring, and ongoing management of a lending portfolio within a cross-functional coverage team. You will develop marketing materials, perform credit analyses, and deliver sophisticated financial models to inform transactions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with deal teams, risk management, and cross-selling credit and treasury products.

Qualifications

• Typically between 3-5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree.
• Undergraduate degree with coursework in finance/economics/accounting.
• Has financial analysis training and experience.
• Has up to 3 years of experience in investment and/or corporate banking.
• Excellent analytical skills; highly skilled in building complex financial models.
• Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools.
• Skilled in creating statistical presentations.
• Verbal & written communication skills - in-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - in-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - in-depth.

Responsibilities

• Originate and structure corporate lending transactions for a broad range of sectors.
• Develop marketing pitch material and support deal teams in presentations and mandates.
• Review and assist in preparation of credit documentation for stakeholders.
• Perform complex financial modeling and valuation analyses for client/industry evaluations.
• Prepare industry compilations and quality analyses; provide analytics to deal teams.
• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders and ensure alignment with risk controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Complex financial modeling

Written & verbal communication

Analytical problem solving

Client relationship management

Education

Post-secondary degree in finance/economics/accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial databases

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Please note the base salary for this role is $95,000.CAD.

Supports the origination and structuring of corporate lending transactions, and coordinates with other products as an integral part of a larger coverage team that maintains strong client relationships. Includes providing lending expertise for a variety of sectors, establishing credit facilities to support trading products business and facilitating credit approvals in support of Trade Finance products. Cross sells Corporate Banking products (e.g. FX / treasury products, cash management & corporate cards, commodities, investment management, securitization, leasing, Trade Finance products, etc.) to BMO Capital Market clients. Also provides ongoing management of the lending portfolio.

• Develops written internal and external marketing pitch material.
• Supports deal teams in development, presentation, and winning mandates.
• Reviews and assists in preparation of credit documentation (i.e. including applications, memoranda, presentations, etc.) for internal and external stakeholders.
• Seeks to develop an understanding of client needs and outcomes.
• Identifies opportunities for increased efficiency and improved service to internal and external clients.
• Provides analytical findings to deal teams.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Researches and analyzes financial and operating information relating to companies and industries.
• Performs complex financial modeling and runs valuation analysis as part of client/ industry evaluations.
• Creates statistical exhibits and trend analysis of financial performance for client presentations.
• Completes due diligence and credit analysis on new and existing client relationships.
• Prepares industry compilations.
• Completes quality reports/analyses.
• Applies technical concepts and understands implication of work to client/transaction.
• Develops an understanding of and proficiency in using all required systems and models.
• Provides feedback on, and, supports continuous improvement opportunities.
• Integrates information from multiple sources to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis and/or streamlined reporting.
• Considers risk, internal controls and compliance as part of day-to-day accountabilities and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Focus may be on a business/group.
• Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works mostly independently.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Typically between 3 - 5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Undergraduate degree has academic coursework in finance, economics, or accounting with an outstanding academic achievement.
• Has financial analysis training and experience.
• Has up to 3 years of relevant experience within investment and/or corporate banking unit.
• Excellent analytical skills. Highly skilled in building complex financial models.
• Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools.
• Skilled in creating statistical presentations.
• Specialized knowledge from 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.

Salary

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.

Pay Type

Salaried

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

Benefits

• 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.

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

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