BMO Financial Group

Wealth Sales & Service

WealthAdvisor,Director

$102–190k Winnetka, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Wealth Advisor, Director at BMO Financial Group. Skills: Wealth management, Client relationship management, Business development, Financial advisory. Develops and executes business development strategy. Develops internal and external networks”

What You'll Achieve.

Attract, retain and grow a portfolio of prospect and client relationships; Deliver an exceptional client experience; Proactive delivery of holistic advice and solutions; Meet the client’s specific financial planning needs; Grow business in the assigned portfolio / jurisdiction; Maximize relationship retention and growth; Safeguard our customers’ assets, maintain their privacy, act in their best interests; Ensure an effectively run function; Achieve business and financial goals

Industry & Context.

Wealth Sales & Service
Problems you'll solve

Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert; Able to manage ambiguity; Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert; Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations; Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues; Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience, Experience dealing with HNW clients and equivalent knowledge base, Broad knowledge of all facets of wealth management, In-depth / expert knowledge of Bank products, services and capabilities, Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge

Nice to Have

MBA certification preferred, Certified Financial Planner is preferred

What You'll Do.

Develops and executes business development strategy

Develops internal and external networks

Enhances presence in the marketplace

Acts as primary Relationship Manager

Leads creation business proposals

Leads Annual Client Review

Produces client reports

Makes recommendations to senior leaders

Acts as subject matter expert

Networks with industry contacts

Identifies client needs

Introduces subject matter experts

Shares wealth solutions expertise

Develops solutions and makes recommendations

Manages resources and leads execution

Recommends business priorities

Conducts independent analysis

Acts as prime subject matter expert

Builds effective relationships

Ensures alignment between stakeholders

trust and investment disciplines

Breaks down strategic problems

Monitors and tracks performance

Designs and produces reports

Builds change management plans

Leads execution of operational

implementation of tools

management of processes

Develops and manages business program

Reviews program for effectiveness

Uses advisory-based financial planning approach

Supports achievement of business plan

Collaborates effectively with internal stakeholders

Meets high-quality service standards

Develops rapport and instills confidence

Follows risk and compliance processes

Protects Bank's assets

Operates at group/enterprise-wide level

Applies expertise and thinks creatively

Implements changes in response to trends

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinates and integrated team of subject matter experts; Collaborating with other experts; Collaboration & team with a focus on cross-group collaboration; Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders; Ensures alignment between stakeholders; Bridges banking, trust and investment disciplines together for client communications; Collaborates effectively with internal stakeholders to build capability and drive business growth

Communication Scope

Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert

Process & Methodology

Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives, Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution, Builds change management plans of varying scope and leads or participates in a variety of change management activities, Leads the execution of operational assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution, Oversees the design, development, and implementation of tools and training required to deliver business results, Leads/participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes, Develops and manages a business/group program, Reviews the program for effectiveness, considers industry trends and recommends makes changes as required

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