Senior Analyst, Strategic Initiatives, Business Management & Analytics

Application Deadline:

05/27/2025

Address:

180 Montgomery St.

Job Family Group:

Strategy & Change

There are 2 vacancies being hired. Each of them focused on one of the below:

Data – A data-oriented person with experience in SQL/Python who can handle query construction, data transformation/validation, and joining/aggregating data. This person:

• Transforms data into practical business views to drive decision making and business planning.
• Has strong Excel and PowerPoint skills but prefers to use SQL and Python.
• Collaborates with leaders and functional teams to combine various data sources into unified client and portfolio views.
• Critical & Creative Thinking Skills

Communication – An organized communicator who can synthesize complex information into clear and concise observations. This person:

• Determines communication needs and runs organized stakeholder management plans.
• Sources content, assesses information critically, and translates it into effective communications output.
• Writing & Editing Skills – Proficiency with MS Office Suite”

Drives the strategic planning process for a designated business group. Analyzes market trends, global competitors and conducts scenario planning as input to strategic planning. Supports the business leader by running strategy meetings and preparing presentations for various audiences across BMO.

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Prepares strategic presentations for use in strategic planning processes.
• Coordinates and organizes meetings for the strategic planning processes.
• Analyzes market trends and global competitors to inform strategic planning for the designated business group.
• Conducts scenario planning to help inform senior leaders on the range of strategic choices.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

  Qualifications:

• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

Salary:

$87,000.00 - $161,400.00

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