Personal Banker

BMO; Area D (Elaho/Garibaldi); On-site; CAD 41,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group is seeking a customer-focused professional in Canada to provide credit and lending-related sales and service to customers and prospects. You will advise on lending strategies, manage applications, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering exceptional service.

You will coordinate with internal teams, stay informed on product offerings and market trends, and escalate complex matters to managers as needed.

Qualifications

• Typically between 2 – 3 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of personal banking products.
• Knowledge of competitive marketplace and trends in product offerings.
• Knowledge of contact centre operational processes and policies.
• Knowledge of call centre technology, processes and metrics.
• If a Credit Qualifiable job, Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the credit portfolio requirements and qualification standards.
• Specialized knowledge.
• Verbal & written communication skills - Good.
• Organization skills - Good.
• Collaboration & team skills - Good.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - Good.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and provide credit and lending-related sales and service to BMO customers or prospects.
• Advise customers on lending/credit strategies and products that meet their objectives.
• Handle incoming calls and manage customer inquiries with professional, compliant service.
• Identify opportunities and referrals to other business groups as needed.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements and maintain customer confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration & teamwork

Analytical & problem solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Job Family Group: Retail Banking Sales & Service

Understand customer needs and provides credit and lending-related sales and service to BMO customers or prospects. Advises customers on lending/credit strategies and products that meet their objectives. Fulfills sales and service activities for the customer in accordance with approved procedures. Identifies and makes referrals to other business groups as needed. Integrates marketing promotions and programs into customer conversations when appropriate. Delivers exceptional customer service that builds trust through expertise, providing responsive service and support. Probes to understand customer needs and provides advice related to personal banking and lending strategies in the best interests of the customer. Contacts the customer to obtain the necessary information to manage their application and ensure the customer is aware at all times of the status/result of the credit application. Stays abreast of consumer needs, industry trends and best practices, and the regulatory environment as it relates to the products and services provided. Handles incoming calls in an informed, professional, and efficient manner. Escalates complex or unresolved customer situations to managers as required. Performs any required activities to ensure customer’s requests are accurately processed. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders in order to deliver on business objectives. Manages all transactional outcomes of customer calls or refers to appropriate internal business groups. Maintains the confidentiality of customer and Bank information. Identifies and reports suspicious patterns of activity that are suspected to be related to money laundering. Adheres to regulatory and compliance requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing reporting requirements, Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) consumer provision requirements and Privacy Act provisions. Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees. Analyzes issues and determines next steps. 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 2 – 3 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of personal banking products.
• Knowledge of competitive marketplace and trends in product offerings.
• Knowledge of contact centre operational processes and policies.
• Knowledge of call centre technology, processes and metrics.
• If a Credit Qualifiable job, Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the credit portfolio requirements and qualification standards.
• Specialized knowledge.
• Verbal & written communication skills - Good.
• Organization skills - Good.
• Collaboration & team skills - Good.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - Good.

Salary

Salary: $40,500.00 - $80,000.00 Pay Type: Salaried 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.

BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, we’re focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good.

Who we are

We’re proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, we’ll continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows.