Bank of Montreal

Vice President, Business Initiatives Delivery - Capital Markets

Bank of Montreal$125K — $175K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in business initiative and product delivery within Capital Markets, with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) experience.
  • Academic background in Business, Finance, Engineering or related fields; MBA or CFA preferred.
  • Experience managing large-scale, complex programs in a global environment, including Agile transformation.
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen translating strategy into actionable Agile plans.
  • Strong leadership presence to influence without authority in Capital Markets.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, including Agile reporting.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver complex, high-impact business programs using Agile principles for alignment and stakeholder engagement.
  • Drive Agile product delivery, including backlog prioritization and sprint planning for rapid execution.
  • Collaborate with Front Office leadership on priority initiatives, guiding stakeholders in decision-making and risk mitigation.
  • Oversee project portfolios, ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to Agile governance frameworks.
  • Establish project structures and governance methodologies, including Agile ceremonies and reporting.
  • Manage relationships across Capital Markets and Corporate sectors, coordinating with various business groups.
  • Champion initiatives that support strategic business mandates, employing Agile to enhance transparency and adaptability.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
  • Accident and life insurance.
  • Retirement savings plans to secure future finances.
  • Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses.
  • Additional perks and rewards outlined in the Total Rewards package.
Full Job Description
Application Deadline:

09/04/2026

Address:
151 W 42nd Street

Job Family Group:
Strategy & Change

Job Summary:

As Vice President, Capital Markets Business Initiatives Delivery, you will collaborate with senior Front Office leadership to chart the course for strategic execution. You will be responsible for driving critical programs from conception through delivery, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives which will include revenue opportunities and efficiencies for the lines of business.

This role requires a strong ability to lead Agile-driven product and initiative delivery, ensuring iterative execution, rapid value realization, and continuous improvement. You will bring vision and discipline to lead intentional business initiatives by assessing risks, driving purposeful solutions, and implementing effective target operating models.

Key Responsibilities:
  • End-to-end delivery of complex, high-impact business-led programs using Agile principles to ensure deliberate alignment, stakeholder engagement, and achievement of Capital Markets business objectives.
  • Drive Agile-led product delivery, including backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and iterative execution to accelerate time-to-market and maximize business value.
  • Work closely with Front Office leadership in execution of priority initiatives, guide key stakeholders into decision making, and provide risk mitigant recommendations.
  • Provide oversight of projects within a portfolio, ensuring optimal cost deployment and adherence to Agile governance frameworks.
  • Establish project structures and ensure proper governance and delivery methodologies are stood up, including Agile ceremonies and reporting.
  • Relationship management across various business groups within Capital Markets and Corporate, inclusive of Business Management, Legal, Technology and Operations, Market Risk, Client Services, Treasury, and Finance.
  • Champion the execution of initiatives that support broader Capital Markets strategic business mandates, leveraging Agile practices to foster transparency and adaptability.

Knowledge and Skills:
  • 7+ years in business initiative and product delivery within Capital Markets, with experience in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
  • Academic background in Business, Finance, Enginering or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
  • Proven track record managing large-scale, complex programs in a global environment, including Agile transformation initiatives.
  • Strategic thinker with exceptional business acumen and ability to translate strategy into actionable Agile execution plans.
  • Strong leadership presence to influence without authority within Capital Markets.
  • Effective communication and presentation abilities, including Agile reporting and stakeholder updates.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in dynamic environments.

The salary range for this role is $125,000 up to $175,000 USD (subject to the candidate meeting the specific skills, experience, education, and qualification requirements).

Salary:

$81,400.00 - $151,800.00

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 Bank of Montreal

The Bank of Montreal is a Canadian multinational investment bank and financial services company. It provides a wide range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking products and services. The bank had revenues of CAD 23.6 billion in 2020.
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