Job Description

595 8th Ave SW West Tower Calgary Alberta,T2P 1G1


As the RVP, BrokerEdge in Western Canada, you are accountable for driving all regional results and strengthening our market presence. Acting as both a brand ambassador and strategic leader, you will oversee a team of Business Development Managers, who will be accountable to deliver strong business results and deepen market presence. At BMO, we are open for business and you will play a critical role in helping build our team as we look to expand our footprint.


At the centre of home financing outcomes, you will collaborate with internal and external partners to gain market share, optimize strategies and ensure an exceptional client and partner experience.


Cultivates, builds, and manages relationships with a referral network to build a pipeline of new mortgage business and increase BMO's share of the home financing market. Actively identifies sales opportunities and refers to BMO colleagues as appropriate. Develops and executes effective marketing and sales programs to drive business results. Follows corporate policies, operating directives, legal and regulatory requirements.

Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do. Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion. Regularly connects work to BMO's purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through. Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders. Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent. Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance. Maximizes the growth and profitability of new mortgage business by developing, implementing, and reviewing short- and long-term strategies. Assesses marketplace and competition opportunities to identify strengths, opportunities, and weaknesses and create plans that address gaps and opportunities. Works effectively with other division heads to leverage sales and referral opportunities, improve wallet share, and acquire new customers. Develops, maintains, and executes a business plan, including sales strategies, to achieve sales objectives and acquire new clients. Maintains high-touch relationships with high-impact market prospects. Acts as a key BMO representative for local community activities in the market. Monitors service levels and resolves issues. Participates at events in the market to foster a positive image of the Bank and advocate for the Bank's products and services. Develops and maintains relationships with existing and potential centers of influence, sources of origination, and business partners to match customer needs with products and services. Works with the client and BMO stakeholders to ensure a seamless process and effective onboarding. Monitors service levels and resolves issues. Oversees the level of service provided to customers to ensure business results are achieved. Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor and makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group. Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for making business decisions and implementing strategic initiatives. Develops an expert understanding of business/group challenges. Networks with industry contacts to gather competitive insights and best practices. Recommends measures to improve organizational effectiveness. May consult to or serve on various committees and task forces. Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals. Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment. Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements, and develops roadmap for strategic execution. Acts as the prime contact for internal/external stakeholder relationships, which may include regulators. Defines business requirements for analytics and reporting to ensure data insights inform business decision making. Develops and applies the framework for databases; oversees database management in adherence with data governance standards. Collaborates across BMO to develop communications strategies and ensure consistency of messaging, in order to positively influence or change behaviour. Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation, and sustainment of initiatives. Leads the development of the communication strategy focusing on positively influencing or changing behaviour. Identifies performance enhancement opportunities to significantly improve employee productivity, reduce costs, and manage risks. Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution. Assesses and adapts existing operational programs; develops new capabilities to ensure ongoing success. Reviews the program for effectiveness, considers industry trends and recommends enhancements; makes changes as required. Engages with referral network to create strong relationships that generate referrals and mortgage originations for clients requiring real estate lending solutions. Completes all necessary transactions in compliance with guidelines and other requirements to maintain operational integrity. Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a senior specialist resource across BMO. Influences how teams/groups work together. Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to multiple, interdependent, complex problems. Communicates abstract concepts in simple terms. Fosters strong internal and external networks and works with and across multiple teams to achieve business objectives. Anticipates trends and responds by implementing appropriate changes. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

Typically 9+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. If a Credit Qualifiable job, Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the credit portfolio requirements and qualification standards. Expert understanding of the real estate and mortgage lending process, investment and insurance products, and applicable regulatory requirements. Expert knowledge of the competitive marketplace and trends in mortgage sales. In-depth project and time management. In-depth experience with change management. Seasoned expert with extensive industry knowledge. Technical leader viewed as a thought leader for innovation. Verbal & written communication skills - Expert. Analytical and problem solving skills - Expert. Influence skills - Expert. Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - Expert. Able to manage ambiguity. Data driven decision making - Expert.

Salary:

$110,500.00 - $192,500.00

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.


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.