Analyst Corporate Banking

The Analyst will support the Fund Manager Team within

Corporate Banking Trading Products in analyzing credit risk related to

positions held on BMO’s trading books with Financial Counterparties,

primarily US Investment Advisors. The Analyst will complete due diligence

and credit analysis on the current portfolio as well as review new entities as

needed. The Analyst will further support the Team in a variety of other

portfolio management needs for the business. The Analyst may participate

in calls with the trading desk, market risk and other areas across the bank.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

A. Credit Risk and Financial

Analysis 50 %

B. Portfolio Management

Support 50 %

ACCOUNTABILITIES DEFINED

A. Credit Risk and Financial Analyses

• Research and analyze financial and operating

performance relating to companies and industries.

• Complete due diligence and credit analysis on

new and existing counterparties.

• Perform Financial Statement analysis utilizing

all software associated with credit adjudication.

• Draft internal materials for presentation to

Credit.

• Assist in the review of credit documentation for

conformity with approved Credit terms and conditions.

• Monitor exposure across different BMO lenders

and products.

• Maintain internal trigger/compliance monitoring

records.

B. Portfolio Management Support

• Support Team on portfolio management needs for

the business.

• Manage operational flow of information for Bulk

Trading accounts.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

a) Knowledge:

• An undergraduate degree, or higher, with outstanding academic achievement.
• Specific academic coursework in finance, economics, or accounting with outstanding academic achievement.
• Credit analysis training and experience.
• Relevant experience for analysts hired into 2nd or 3rd year slots.
• Highly dependent on experience and performance, an analyst may maintain this role for 0-3+ years before advancement to the next level.

b) Skills:

• Excellent analytical skills to include business, financial, and credit analysis areas.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
• Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools including MS Excel. Strong proficiency in other Microsoft Office products and the Internet.
• Ability to be creative, insightful and resourceful in performance of duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills used within a collaborative and demanding team environment.
• Strong ability to attentively review, assess, and provide detailed information daily on multiple projects in an organized manner.
• Excellent capability to independently function as part of a team through self-motivation

We’re here to help

At BMO Harris Bank we have a shared purpose; we put the customer at the center of everything we do – helping people is in our DNA. For 200 years we have thought about the future—the future of our customers, our communities and our people. We help our customers and our communities by working together, innovating and pushing boundaries to bring them our very best every day. Together we’re changing the way people think about a bank.

As a member of the BMO Harris Bank 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.

To find out more visit us at https://bmoharriscareers.com.

BMO Harris Bank 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. BMO Harris Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, inclusive of Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities.

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Job

Capital Markets

Primary Location

United States-Illinois-Chicago

Organisation

I&CB-X000016

Schedule

full-time

Job Posting

04/09/18

Unposting Date

Ongoing