Application Deadline: 11/13/2026 Address: 10250 Constellation Blvd Job Family Group: Customer Solutions The Performance Manager, De Novo Financial Centers is responsible for driving disciplined execution and accelerating performance across newly established Financial Centers. Acting as a strategic partner to regional and market leadership, this role translates business priorities into clear tactics, expected behaviors, measurable outcomes, and sustainable performance routines. The Performance Manager provides targeted coaching, field-based support, and performance insights to strengthen leader effectiveness and advance the readiness and early performance of De Novo Financial Centers. Through strong partnership across Performance & Sales Effectiveness, regional leadership, Sales Enablement, Design & Delivery, Analytics, Recruiting, and other key teams, this role helps build a consistent and repeatable approach to Financial Center launches. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of retail banking performance, leadership coaching, data-driven decision-making, and change execution. This individual will identify performance opportunities, reinforce accountability, and help leaders accelerate customer acquisition, colleague readiness, and speed to productivity. The De Novo program is designed to support Day 1 operational and market readiness, early customer acquisition, and a scalable approach to launching high-performing Financial Centers. Key Accountabilities Performance and Execution Partner with Regional Presidents, Market Presidents, and other business leaders to align De Novo priorities with regional and enterprise objectives. Translate business strategy into actionable tactics, leadership behaviors, success drivers, and measurable outcomes. Establish and reinforce structured performance routines that promote accountability, disciplined execution, and sustained results. Review performance data and field observations to identify trends, opportunities, execution gaps, and required actions. Provide clear and consistent updates on performance, priorities, risks, and progress through established leadership routines. Track commitments and follow up with leaders to ensure agreed-upon actions are completed. De Novo Launch and Readiness Provide focused performance support before and after the opening of assigned De Novo Financial Centers. Partner with De Novo workstreams to support operational, market, workforce, and leadership readiness. Help leaders establish strong execution disciplines and performance routines from the outset. Identify and escalate barriers that may affect launch readiness, customer acquisition, colleague effectiveness, or early Financial Center performance. Capture lessons learned and share successful practices to improve the consistency and repeatability of future launches. Support strategies that accelerate speed to productivity and contribute to strong Day 1 and early-stage performance. Leadership Coaching and Field Engagement Conduct regular coaching sessions with Market Presidents and other designated market leaders. Maintain a strong field presence to observe execution, reinforce expectations, and identify performance opportunities. Use performance data, observations, and business priorities to provide focused and actionable coaching. Document agreed-upon actions and monitor progress toward established outcomes. Strengthen leadership capability and accountability without assuming the responsibilities of market or Financial Center leadership. Reinforce client-focused communication, growth priorities, and consistent leadership behaviors. The established Performance Manager model includes regular coaching with Market Presidents, field visits, documented calls to action, and follow-up against performance expectations. Talent and Role Readiness Partner with Learning, Sales Enablement, Recruiting, and business leaders to identify readiness and capability needs. Provide insights on leadership, staffing, and role-readiness opportunities based on performance trends and field observations. Connect leaders to appropriate learning, coaching, and enablement resources when knowledge or skill gaps are identified. Support the successful adoption of role expectations, performance routines, and execution standards. Contribute performance-based observations to appropriate talent, hiring, and development discussions. Cross-Functional Partnership Build effective partnerships across regional leadership, Performance & Sales Effectiveness, Sales Enablement, Design & Delivery, Analytics, Recruiting, Operations, and other De Novo workstreams. Coordinate with partners to address performance barriers, capability gaps, and execution needs. Promote alignment across teams and clarify ownership of actions and deliverables. Share insights and effective practices across regions and Financial Centers. Support a collaborative, client-focused culture and an integrated approach to De Novo execution. Qualifications Demonstrated experience in performance management, sales leadership, retail banking, market leadership, business execution, or a related field. Strong understanding of performance drivers, leadership routines, coaching practices, and the use of data to improve business outcomes. Experience translating strategy into practical actions, behaviors, and measurable results. Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders while maintaining clear accountability. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and convert insights into action. Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively across functions and organizational levels. Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment. Ability to work independently while remaining aligned with regional leadership and enterprise partners. Willingness and ability to travel regularly to assigned markets and Financial Centers. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting new Financial Center or branch openings. Experience in retail banking sales, service, operations, or performance leadership. Knowledge of market-level and Financial Center performance measures. Experience supporting large-scale change, business transformation, or growth initiatives. Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Familiarity with leadership development, colleague readiness, and performance-coaching practices. Salary: $160,000.00 - $300,000.00 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: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards About Us At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world. 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. To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes. BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, we’re focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good. Who we are We’re proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, we’ll continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows.

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