VP or Director, Government Finance

BMO Nesbitt Burns; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Toronto seeks a seasoned professional as VP or Director of Government Finance. The role involves managing relationships with public sector issuers and collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions. Candidates should have 7-10 years in Debt Capital Markets, a strong grasp of the Canadian bond market, and experience in syndication. Attractive compensation package includes a salary range of CAD $150,000 - $175,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in Debt Capital Markets with minimum of 3-5 years in a syndicate role.
• Strong understanding of the Canadian bond market.
• Deep relationships with government entities and institutional investors.
• Ability to manage primary transactions, including book-building.
• Proven ability to develop and execute client marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary relationship manager for public sector issuers.
• Provide timely market commentary and relative value analysis.
• Drive syndication efforts for new issues.
• Partner with teams to enhance client outcomes and transaction execution.
• Contribute to strategic direction and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Client Leadership

Market Intelligence

Syndication Strategy

Platform Collaboration

Business Growth

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

Job description

Overview

Application Deadline: 10 / 02 / 2025

Address: 100 King Street West

Job Family Group: Capital Mrkts Sales & Service

BMO Capital Markets is a leading full-service financial services provider. We offer corporate and investment banking treasury management as well as research and advisory services to clients around the world. #bmocapitalmarkets

The Opportunity

Were seeking a seasoned professional to join our Fixed Income team as VP or Director Government Finance. This role is key to deepening BMOs leadership in the Canadian public sector debt markets strengthening our relationships with issuers and expanding our impact across the fixed income landscape. Youll lead relationship management and syndication efforts with government and government-sponsored issuers while collaborating across trading and sales to deliver best-in-class solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Leadership: Serve as the primary relationship manager for public sector issuers delivering daily market insights pricing guidance and strategic advice.
• Market Intelligence: Provide timely and actionable market commentary relative value analysis and investor feedback to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Syndication Strategy: Drive syndication efforts for new issues coordinating with internal teams to optimize execution and book building.
• Platform Collaboration: Partner with trading sales and other product teams to identify cross-platform opportunities and enhance client outcomes. Act as central point of coordination across multiple teams to ensure seamless execution of deals.
• Business Growth: Contribute to the strategic direction of the Government Finance business identifying growth opportunities and revenue drivers.

What You Bring

• 7-10 years of experience in Debt Capital Markets with a minimum of 3-5 years in a syndicate or execution-focused role.
• Strong understanding of the Canadian bond market
• Deep relationships across government and government-sponsored entities as well as the institutional investor community.
• Strong understanding of fixed income products including derivatives and cross-currency swap mechanics beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to manage primary transactions including book-building investor communication and allocation / hedging processes.
• Proven ability to develop and execute client marketing strategies.
• Advanced skills in Excel Bloomberg and market analytics platforms. A proactive analytical mindset.
• Bachelors degree required; advanced degrees or certifications are an asset.

Compensation

Base salary range : CAD $150,000 - $175,000 commensurate with experience and level (VP vs Director) plus discretionary bonus.

Salary : Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Groups 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 Groups expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Groups 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 : 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. Well 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 well help you gain valuable experience and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at is committed to an inclusive equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each others 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

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.

Required Experience

Exec

Key Skills

Forecasting, Financial Services, GAAP, Accounting, IFRS, Regulatory Reporting, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Report Interpretation, Financial Management, Financial Planning

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1