Director, ETF Consultant, BMO Global Asset Management

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1

The Director, ETF Consultant is responsible developing sales of BMO ETFs and related ETF based products through multi-channel partnerships in the assigned region. A core component of the position is creating effective partnerships with the assigned BMO Global Asset Management Regional Sales Managers (RSMs). The ETF Consultant role provides the RSMs with sales support, promotional assistance and education on BMO ETFs and other BMO ETF related products.

Sales and Service

• Drive sales of BMO ETFs in conjunction with a cohort of RSM's to meet and exceed annual plan targets
• Foster a sales culture of goal achievement and superior customer satisfaction;
• Coordinate BMO ETF sales activities within the assigned region
• Provide ongoing sales support and product specific training to the assigned region's RSM team
• Partner with each of the region's RSM's to assist them in their individual BMO ETF sales efforts
• Assist each of the Regional RSMs in achieving their sales targets
• Champion all opportunities to enhance local financial advisors' BMO ETF product knowledge; represent and promote BMO ETFs and ETF-based products at conferences and forums.
• This role further collaborates with the BMO's multi-channel sales partners (Retail and Discount channels) to act as the subject matter expert with regard to BMO ETF products.

Planning & Strategy

• Implement the national sales plan within the geographic sales region including preparation and implementation of an annual territory business plan including promotional budget, to meet annual growth and retention targets.
• Provide strategic direction and business planning for BMO ETF products within the region.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures by identifying potential gaps and providing input and recommendations on Product launches and initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with sales management on regional sales strategies, priorities, sales targets, performance standards, marketing plans and accomplishments.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with third party referral sources (i.e. brokers/dealers) to maximize BMO ETF market presence and increase our market share.
• Provide subject matter expertise to the senior sales management team on market conditions and trends to maintain a high level of environmental awareness.
• Ensure a thorough understanding of competitor activities to identify potential opportunities and threats.

Cross-functional Relationships:

• Sales & Service – The role has authority to request and apply product knowledge information from other functional areas of BMO Global Asset Management as required in order to serve customers
• Coordinating – This role works with other areas of BMO Financial Group as needed to help generate ETF and other sales, and liaises with external network groups to understand the competitive landscape and other company product offerings, and to improve product offerings

Scope and Impact:

This role has direct impact on the achievement of key LOB objectives. Key numerical measures are as follows:

• Annual Sales Plan: ETF Products
• Annual Sales Plan: Funds of ETFs.
• Individual and team growth in knowledge of ETF solutions and products

Knowledge:

• Undergraduate University Degree in Business or Finance
• Minimum 5 years in a wholesaling or related specialist role
• CIM or CFA, CFA is preferred
• In-depth knowledge of investment products and markets, including competitive market and trends
• In-depth knowledge of sales strategies
• Ability to take in knowledge and resolve a magnitude of diverse, complex and ambiguous issues

Skills:

• Exceptional sales & customer service orientation skills
• Proven investment sales success
• Exceptional networking, presentation, facilitation and relationship building skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound business planning and organization skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated and proactive

Working conditions:

• Extensive travel is required
• Extended hours and periodic weekend requirements, based on local market needs of sales workforce
• May be required to work from home office in designated geographic area

Salary:

$86, $160,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

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:

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