Senior Manager, Strategy & Business Enablement, Day-to-Day Banking

Job Description

Application Deadline: 05/14/2026 Address: 33 Dundas Street West Job Family Group: Strategy & Change We are seeking a well-rounded Senior Manager to join BMO’s Day-to-Day Banking Strategy team to help drive performance and strategic outcomes across the business in direct partnership with the leadership team. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Planning & Business Enablement, this role will turn strategic priorities into clear plans and measurable results, enabling decisions through strong insights, structured problem-solving, and disciplined execution. Key responsibilities of the role include: Strategic Planning: Support the annual and multi-year strategic planning process for Day-to-Day Banking, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and financial objectives Business Enablement: Translate strategy into actionable plans, OKRs, and execution roadmaps across products, channels, and customer segments Performance Management: Own key components of the Day-to-Day Banking performance management framework, including dashboards and executive reporting Change, Transformation & Operating Model: Support large-scale transformation initiatives, including digital modernization, customer experience improvement, and operating model evolution Advisory & Stakeholder Management: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across the Day-to-Day Banking team and foster strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization Success in this role requires the following qualities and skills: Demonstrated strategy development capability, including structured problem solving, issue definition, and creating high-quality PowerPoint presentations Proven performance management and analytical capability, including building dashboards and models in Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools is an asset Solid retail banking knowledge and an understanding of day-to-day banking products A results orientation and a passion for delivering outcomes A growth mindset with a desire to learn, develop, and advance your career Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for quality Clear, concise communication skills, both written and verbal The ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels A proactive and independent working style, bringing solutions and recommendations forward A humble, hands-on approach with comfort moving between high level strategic work and routine operational responsibilities based on business priorities. Drives the strategic planning process for a designated business group. Analyzes market trends, global competitors and conducts scenario planning as input to strategic planning. Supports the business leader by running strategy meetings and preparing presentations for various audiences across BMO. Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group. Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.

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