Associate Investment Counsellor, Private Wealth

Application Deadline: 07/09/2026 Address: 429 Elizabeth Street Job Family Group: Wealth Sales & Service BMO Private Wealth is centered on long‑term client relationships. We support high‑net‑worth clients and families with tailored advice across investments, planning, and complex banking needs. Our teams work closely together to deliver a high‑touch, personalized experience, balancing strong investment discipline with proactive service and trusted advice. This role sits within BMO Private Investment Counsel (BPIC ), a key part of BMO Private Wealth, delivering discretionary portfolio management solutions to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. The Associate Investment Counsellor manages a portfolio of clients to retain and grow the relationships. Evaluates client’s personal and investment needs and creates an investment policy statement, asset allocation, investment portfolio, and financial plans. Implements client strategies through the management of investment portfolios and the ongoing evaluation of performance according to each client’s investment policy statement. Drives new sales results through referrals and personal network. Works collaboratively in the Private Wealth branch and with regional teams to identify and make referrals. Supports the achievement of business development, revenue, referral, retention, and compliance targets. Manages less complex relationships and asset sizes. Applies investment management expertise to communicate and implement investment strategies to client’s personal and financial situation. Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders. Ensures alignment between stakeholders. Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues. Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards. Manages and continually enhances the client experience through strong relationship management. Performs sales and service support activities to meet client needs and maintain overall service levels. Identifies new business opportunities and acquires referrals from existing book of business. Implements business development strategies to acquire new business. Follows through on the risk and compliance processes and policies to ensure we safeguard our customers’ assets, maintain their privacy, act in their best interests, and ensure an effectively run function. Protects the Bank's assets and complies with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements. Identifies and recommends ways to enhance the client experience. Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus. Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules. Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed. Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations. Qualifications: Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Registered Investment Counsellor (IC) and / or Portfolio Management (PM) in the jurisdiction where operating. In-depth experience in discretionary money management for High Net Worth Individuals (HNW). In-depth business development experience with successful track record. Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience. Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth. Collaboration & team skills - In-depth. Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth. Influence skills - In-depth. Data driven decision making - In-depth. Salary : $56,000.00 - $103,500.00 Pay Type: Salaried & Commission 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: 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. 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