New Branch Launch Manager — Build Teams & Grow

BMO; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Harris Bank is launching a DeNovo branch expansion and seeks a Bank Manager to lead startup operations, shape team culture, and drive client growth from day one. You will guide staff, develop relationships, and implement sales strategies to deliver superior service and profitability.

The role emphasizes building a local network, coaching the team, and collaborating across BMO partners to maximize branch revenues and customer satisfaction while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Verbal & written communication skills, as used in client and team interactions.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork across branches and functions.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving to support strategic decisions.
• Data-driven decision making to improve branch performance.

Responsibilities

• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose and values across the team.
• Builds and executes a branch business plan to grow wallet share and customer base.
• Leads recruitment, coaching, and development of branch staff.
• Drives new business through community networking and referrals.
• Develops and implements marketing promotions and programs in conversations with customers.
• Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.
• Provides specialized consulting and support to customers, ensuring exceptional service.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Collaboration & team skills

Analytical & problem solving

Data driven decision making

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Job description

BMO Harris Bank is launching a DeNovo branch expansion and seeks a Bank Manager to lead startup operations, shape team culture, and drive client growth from day one. You will guide staff, develop relationships, and implement sales strategies to deliver superior service and profitability.

The role emphasizes building a local network, coaching the team, and collaborating across BMO partners to maximize branch revenues and customer satisfaction while maintaining regulatory compliance.