Senior Private Banker, Ultra High Net Worth

Develops, manages, retains and grows profitable banking relationships with high-net-worth clients and prospects. Assists in the design, development and delivery of solutions that meet the client's complex balance sheet management needs while providing expert service and highly personalized interaction. Develops and executes a business plan to profitably grow overall banking revenue while maintaining adherence to the Bank's risk tolerance. Works collaboratively in the branch and regional teams to identify and make referrals.

+ Proactively develops internal and external networks for referral sources that generate prospects and create visibility in the marketplace.

+ Works in a deal team environment using  planning-based approach to develop and execute the growth and retention strategy the portfolio.

+ Provides superior service to an assigned portfolio of high and ultra-high net worth clients with an objective of becoming their trusted advisor.

+ Develops relationship with client's professional advisors in developing appropriate credit and tax-favourable structures to meet their family needs.

+ Leads a deal team to meet client needs when acting as the lead relationship manager.

+ Manages the retention and expansion of client relationships through a contact strategy and an ongoing review the client's banking needs.

+ Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.

+ Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.

+ Maintains knowledge and understanding of financial planning principles, incorporating this into planning strategies to help clients.

+ Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.

+ Partners with the leadership team on strategic direction and complex line-of-business projects.

+ Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.

+ Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.

+ Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

+ Ensures alignment between stakeholders.

+ Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.

+ Monitors and tracks performance and addresses any issues.

+ Develops and negotiates complex credit strategies, ensuring appropriate remuneration.

+ Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.

+ Provides day-to-day training and support to other employees; may include providing guidance on credit-related issues, specific client issues and queries, and assistance with operational processes.

+ Ensures high quality of information obtained to support decisions.

+ Contributes to the assigned portfolio's profitability through expense control and profitable pricing practices for products and services.

+ Negotiates appropriate pricing using discretion where required to build a profitable portfolio.

+ Provides integrated and customized advice, and helps clients achieve their financial and personal goals using a consultative approach in customer conversations.

+ Applies financial planning skills and concepts against each client's personal and financial situation.

+ Acts as an ambassador to enhance BMO's reputation in the market.

+ Adheres to all policies and procedures, guidelines, legal and ethical requirements and regulations including individual accountability as it relates to potential conflicts of interest, safeguarding of customer information, trading in securities, anti-money laundering, privacy, and disclosure of outside business activities.

+ Maintains up-to-date knowledge and understanding of all banking products, processes, and relevant legal, regulatory and technology requirements.

+ Ensures lending and non-lending decisions, prospecting activities are adequately documented; responds to questions and resolves issues raised through audits, quality checks and reviews.

+ Manages risk and minimizes losses through monitoring and control reports, ensuring verifications are completed in accordance with guidelines.

+ Documents and follows-up on any discrepancies to procedures, operational risks and escalates per guidelines.

+ Performs sales and service support activities to meet client needs and maintain overall service levels.

+ Develops rapport and instills confidence with the client to develop credibility and earn their trust.

+ Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.

+ Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.

+ Implements changes in response to shifting trends.

+ Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

+ Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our…