Emerging Middle Market Relationship Manager, Vice President
BMO U.S. · Rolling Meadows, IL · 1 wk ago
Business Development$89k–$166k/yrFull-time
About the role
The role facilitates growth for the Bank through business development and management of key client relationships. This individual will join a tight knit team of energetic collaborators experienced in sales and in maintaining relationships.
Responsibilities
- Maintains an outstanding and continuous record of significant revenue generation from sales and syndications.
- Acts as an escalation point for complex client issues, using strategic problem-solving to resolve conflicts and maintain strong client relationships.
- Structures complex deals and secures credit approvals, working with internal stakeholders and external partners to optimize revenue.
- Develops new business by contacting prospects and clients, and by cross-selling Bank products and services that include credit, trust/investment and cash management.
- Reviews loan applications and cash management service agreements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with the bank's risk management standards.
- Develops market strategies to align with business goals, identifying opportunities, and expanding client portfolios.
- Represents bank at industry forums and conferences, leveraging insights on trends, competition, and emerging products to drive strategic decision-making.
- Engages with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align strategies, address client needs, and drive holistic business solutions.
- Prepares reports on team performance, client satisfaction, and market trends for senior executives, providing insights and recommendations for strategic adjustments.
- Builds and maintains strong long-term relationships with the bank’s high-value and strategic clients, providing strategic advice on financial solutions and ensuring exceptional service and partnership.
- Structures deals, secures credit approvals, negotiates high-value transactions, and identifies opportunities for cross-selling.
- Analyzes market trends, client industry developments, and competitive positioning to inform client solution strategies and optimize client satisfaction.
- Works closely with internal teams and stakeholders to define products, solutions and strategies that best fit clients’ needs.
- Identifies share of wallet opportunities.
- Leverages analysis tools to nurture and grow a portfolio that exceeds ROE thresholds and evaluates client returns on a proactive basis.
- Safeguards against regulatory requirements, internal controls, and compliance policies in all aspects of relationship management, mitigating risk and maintaining service standards.
- 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.
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant experience in Relationship Management, Account Management or Portfolio Management in a corporate or similar segmented banking environment with sales metrics is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Business Administration, Finance and Accounting preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
- If a Credit Qualifiable role, Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the credit portfolio requirements and qualification standards.
- Advanced level of proficiency: Product Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance, Structuring Deals, Portfolio Management, Credit Risk Assessment, Project Management, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Negotiation, Customer Relationship Building.
Qualifications
- Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
Skills
- Strategic Problem-Solving
- Client Relationship Building
- Market Strategy Development
- Financial Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Product Knowledge
- Portfolio Management
- Credit Risk Assessment
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- Negotiation
Benefits
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Pay
$88,800.00 - $165,600.00
Schedule
Full-time