Senior Analyst, Strategic Initiatives, Business Management & Analytics

BMO • San Francisco, CA

245d • $87,000 - $161,400

About The Position

The position is focused on strategy and change within BMO Financial Group, with two vacancies available. One role is data-oriented, requiring experience in SQL and Python for data transformation, validation, and aggregation. The other role emphasizes communication skills, requiring the ability to synthesize complex information into clear communications. Both roles involve driving strategic planning processes, analyzing market trends, and supporting business leaders in decision-making. Responsibilities include preparing presentations, conducting independent analysis, and building relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience.
• 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.
• In-depth verbal and written communication skills.
• In-depth collaboration and team skills.
• In-depth analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth influence skills.
• In-depth data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Transform data into practical business views to drive decision making and business planning.
• Collaborate with leaders and functional teams to combine various data sources into unified client and portfolio views.
• Determine communication needs and run organized stakeholder management plans.
• Source content, assess information critically, and translate it into effective communications output.
• Drive the strategic planning process for a designated business group.
• Analyze market trends and global competitors to inform strategic planning.
• Support the business leader by running strategy meetings and preparing presentations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Recommend and implement solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
• Identify emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Influence and negotiate to achieve business objectives.
• Support the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Help determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.
• Build effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment between stakeholders.
• Prepare strategic presentations for use in strategic planning processes.
• Coordinate and organize meetings for the strategic planning processes.
• Monitor and track performance, and address any issues.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Accident and life insurance
• Retirement savings plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree