Enterprise Initiative and Program Strategist
About The Position
Provides expertise in the design, development, management and implementation of assigned projects from business case development through to execution. Works across BMO to deliver specific project/program results in alignment with overall group goals. Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group. Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives. Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business. Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making. Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy. Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues. Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders. Ensures alignment between stakeholders. Coordinates the management of databases; ensures alignment and integration of data in adherence with data governance standards. Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues. Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives. Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs. Acts as a relationship manager on assigned projects/programs and ensures alignment to overall enterprise and group goals. Collaborates with internal & external stakeholders to provide business context in the design, develop and implementation of programs & solutions. Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations. Drives cross business/group coordination and logistical support for the implementation of change. Works on initiatives with varied complexity, typically involving multiple stakeholders across BMO. 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Broad knowledge of Bank products, services, and organization.
- In-depth knowledge of the wealth management and/or the financial industry
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Expertise in the design, development, management and implementation of assigned projects
- Work across BMO to deliver specific project/program results in alignment with overall group goals
- Act as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group
- Influence and negotiate to achieve business objectives
- Recommend and implement solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business
- Identify emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making
- Determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy
- Conduct independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues
- Support the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Build effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders
- Ensure alignment between stakeholders
- Coordinate the management of databases; ensures alignment and integration of data in adherence with data governance standards
- Monitor and track performance, and addresses any issues
- Build change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives
- Provide input into the planning and implementation of operational programs
- Act as a relationship manager on assigned projects/programs and ensures alignment to overall enterprise and group goals
- Collaborate with internal & external stakeholders to provide business context in the design, develop and implementation of programs & solutions
- Break down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations
- Drive cross business/group coordination and logistical support for the implementation of change
- Work on initiatives with varied complexity, typically involving multiple stakeholders across BMO
- Provide specialized consulting, analytical and technical support
- Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules
- Work independently and regularly handles non-routine situations
- Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed
Benefits
- BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
