Business Technology Manager (Pricing and Lending)

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The Business Technology Manager is responsible for assisting the Business Technology Leads in organizing, delivering & executing on strategic initiatives, preparing test cases and conducting ad-hoc activities related to the bank's commercial loan systems including but not limited to Pricing and the Profitability Tool (P&P), and LTS (adjudication software), and RRT (risk rating software), and Livelink (workflow tool) as well as any other commercial loan systems implemented over time.

The Business Technology Manager is also responsible for working with the Business Technology Training & Communications team to update the user manuals for P&P, LTS, RRT, Livelink, and other core systems, as well as all other training and guidance materials for credit analysts and other users, and to ensure that all content on the intranet portals is updated as needed and remains relevant.

Additionally, the Business Technology Manager will co-own the Help Desk function for the commercial lending systems and act as a contact for the front-line bankers for all questions regarding the commercial loan systems, risk rating models, or business processes. The role involves responding to questions emailed into the Help Desk and providing prompt and accurate responses. The Business Technology Manager will be able to handle more complex inquiries and will identify and escalate systemic issues to the appropriate manager for resolution.

Key Accountabilities:

• Participate in providing business requirements to Technology partners to ensure solutions appropriately address business needs.
• Assists Business Tech Training Manager in preparing and conducting training sessions related to commercial lending systems to optimize the knowledge and skills of system users
• Leads test case preparation for user acceptance testing (UAT), helps coordinate business testers, executes testing and supports implementation of all technology enhancements on behalf of the line of business. In addition, responsible for tracking and reporting any defects to the Business Tech Lead and the Delivery Test Manager.
• Works with the Communications Manager to ensure that all job aids and user guides are up to date and accurate and that they support the requirements of system users.
• Acts as a relationship manager on assigned projects/programs and ensures alignment to overall enterprise and group goals.
• Supports strategy execution by leading transformation roadmaps/programs to ensure disciplined delivery and successful change management.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical, and technical support to all business purpose lending personnel, identifying what areas to enlist to resolve issues and respond to enquiries as needed.
• Works with the Business Technology Training Team to provide subject matter knowledge to support the development and updating of the employee On-Boarding Program and to create, update, and maintain e-learning related to commercial loan systems.

Qualifications:

• 4 or more years of experience in commercial credit underwriting or commercial banking and a post-secondary degree in a related field of study (e.g., MBA, CFA) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong facilitation, influencing, and negotiation skills with key stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills
• Should have experience with Pricing and Lending
• Should have experience in assisting and contributing on tech calls
• Should have in-depth business acumen
• Should have the ability to understand financial data
• Should have the ability to assist bankers with deals and calculations
• Strong written/verbal/presentation/communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills covering a wide range of challenges, which are independent and distinct
• Open-minded, effective communication skills, and comfortable with ambiguity.
• Knowledge of Bank systems, including P&P, RRT, APMS, LTS, and Livelink, a plus

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

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As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

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BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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