Senior Director, Commercial Banking

BMO•Montreal, QC

10d•CA$86,000 - CA$160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Property Finance (BPF) team is a leading national platform, specialized in Canada's alternative real estate sectors, including Seniors Housing, Hotels, Student Housing, Self-Storage, Film Studios, Data Centers, and Parking Facilities. We provide comprehensive financing solutions across the asset lifecycle, from land acquisition and construction financing to lease-up and long-term mortgage financing. As Senior Director, Business Property Finance, you will manage a fast growing, complex portfolio ~$1 billion in loans, while also serving as a trusted advisor to some of Canada's most sophisticated real estate operators. You will cover the entire Quebec region and lead a high-performing team (Director, Associate and an Analyst) and leverage BMO's full balance sheet capabilities, including capital markets, equity, subordinated debt, and hedging solutions.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in commercial banking, real estate finance, corporate lending, or a related field.
Proven success in business development, relationship management, and complex credit structuring.
Strong understanding of commercial real estate and alternative asset sectors.
Experience negotiating transactions and working with legal counsel and external stakeholders.
Exceptional financial analysis, risk management, and strategic thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
Fluent in French and English.

Responsibilities

Manage and grow a large, sophisticated client portfolio while optimizing profitability and risk-adjusted returns.
Lead business development initiatives and expand relationships with key industry clients and stakeholders.
Provide strategic financing solutions across construction, operational, and long-term real estate assets.
Lead credit underwriting, portfolio management, and risk oversight for complex transactions.
Collaborate across Commercial Banking, Capital Markets, and Capital Partners to deliver integrated client solutions.
Act as a sector expert, providing market insights and strategic advice to clients and senior leadership.
Lead and mentor a dedicated Associate, fostering a culture of excellence and high performance.
Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, credit, and operational risk standards.