Program Lead, Business Banking Product & Employee Benefits Banking
Application Deadline: 06/21/2026 Address: VIRTUAL21 - HomeRes - MA Job Family Group: Retail Banking Sales & Service The Program Lead, Business Banking Products & Employee Benefits Banking, is a senior execution leader responsible for bringing product strategy to life through scalable, market-ready programs that drive client acquisition, activation, and growth across employer and partner-enabled channels. Reporting to the Head, Business Banking Products & Employee Benefits Banking, this role sits at the intersection of Retail program management, commercialization, and distribution enablement. The Program Lead ensures that Business Banking and Employee Banking propositions are effectively activated through coordinated delivery across Product, Commercial Banking, Workplace Banking, Operations, and channel partners. This role does not own product strategy nor frontline sales execution. Instead, it is accountable for end-to-end program execution, ensuring strategies are translated into actionable frameworks, tools, and consistent in-market delivery. Key Responsibilities: Program Execution & Delivery Lead end-to-end execution of Business Banking and Employee Banking programs from design through market delivery Establish the program’s roadmaps, milestones, and governance; manage risks, dependencies, and execution outcomes Coordinate cross-functional teams (Product, Risk, Credit, Operations, Analytics, Digital, Distribution) to ensure aligned, timely delivery Ensure programs are scalable, compliant, and aligned to enterprise operating models Market Activation & Commercialization Translate product strategies into channel-ready offers, campaigns, and activation plans Partner with Commercial, Workplace Banking, and channel leaders on rollout strategies and execution priorities Ensure readiness across client journeys, onboarding, and servicing models Monitor performance and optimize activation based on conversion, engagement, and client behavior Sales Program Enablement Equip frontline teams with clear product positioning, eligibility rules, and offer structures Partner with Analytics to define KPIs and performance dashboards that drive adoption and productivity Cross-Functional Integration Serve as central coordination point across Product, Commercial Banking, Business Banking, and Workplace Banking Align product capabilities with execution requirements across onboarding, servicing, and operations Enable integration of Business Banking solutions into employer programs and partner ecosystems Channel & Onboarding Enablement Support activation models across Financial Centers, Virtual Connect, and employer channels Optimize onboarding workflows for speed, simplicity, and compliance Standardize referral, warm introduction, and activation processes across lines of business Salary: $137,000.00 - $238,000.00 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
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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. Apply To This Job