Application Deadline:
11/01/2026
Address:
100 King Street West
Job Family Group:
Wealth Sales & Service
Wealth Planning Advisor- Quality
The Wealth Planning Support Team, part of BMO Wealth Planning & Advisory Services, provides planning guidance, solutions and subject matter expertise to BMO Wealth Professionals throughout the wealth planning process.
The Wealth Planning Advisor (WPA) reviews financial plans for quality, accuracy and consistency; provides coaching to front-line Wealth Professionals and internal planning partners; and advises on investment, retirement, transition, estate, tax, insurance and corporate planning strategies. The role promotes sound financial planning practices, effective use of WealthPath, risk mitigation and a consistent client experience while identifying development needs through quality review findings.
Quality Review Oversight and Coaching (50%)
• Review financial plans prepared by Wealth Professionals and internal planning specialists for accuracy, effectiveness and quality in a high-volume environment, including:
oConfirming client objectives and analyzing current circumstances.
oAssessing advice, strategies, recommendations and alternative scenarios.
oIdentifying coaching and development opportunities.
oConsulting tax, legal and insurance specialists as needed.
• Provide clear, tailored feedback against standardized quality benchmarks, including verbal debriefs and coaching.
• Maintain oversight reporting and communicate timely updates.
• Analyze review results to identify trends, common errors, risks and targeted training needs.
• Guide users on financial planning principles, concepts and WealthPath inputs.
• Stay current on wealth planning developments, share knowledge and recommend process improvements.
Subject Matter Expertise (40%)
• Provide financial planning expertise to Wealth Professionals and enterprise initiatives.
• Deliver technical support to front-line planners through phone, email and Microsoft Teams.
• Monitor legislative and industry developments affecting financial planning.
• Develop tools and support materials that promote financial planning adoption, including reference guides, FAQs and quick tips.
• Perform quality review and audit activities in accordance with established standards to mitigate organizational risk.
Business Processes and Operational Effectiveness (10%)
• Maintain and improve the Quality Review Front-Line Handbook.
• Identify WealthPath business requirements and support user acceptance testing for system upgrades.
• Identify software limitations, assumption issues and calculation errors, and submit formal change requests.
• Support the central planning team as required.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Three or more years of financial planning experience in a client-facing or advisor-support role, with strong investment industry knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning concepts and proficiency with WealthPath or comparable planning software.
• PFP®, CFP™ or QAFP™ designation; IQPF designation required in Quebec.
• Consultative, collaborative and client-focused approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, influencing and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365; comfortable using AI to enhance work.
• Results-oriented, with strong service skills and attention to quality.
• Hybrid role combining in-office and remote work.
Salary:
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
