Product Owner

We are looking for a Senior Manager, Product Owner who will be responsible for developing and delivering the full product development lifecycle—from setting strategic objectives to bringing products and capabilities to market that deliver measurable customer and business value. This role bridges business needs with technology solutions, leading end-to-end product strategy, roadmap development, backlog prioritisation, delivery execution, and product adoption within Agile environment.

As the voice of the business, the Senior Manager, Product Owner partners with cross‑functional stakeholders across Product, Technology, Design, Marketing, Analytics, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to define and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The role operates at a group and enterprise‑wide level, influencing strategy, driving execution, managing strong stakeholder relations, and ensuring products achieve desired business outcomes.

Develops and delivers the full product development lifecycle from setting strategic objective to bringing a product to market that delivers business value. Researches, investigates, selects and develops products and services bridging business requirements with technology capabilities. Drives end‑to‑end product lifecycle including the 'why', 'when' and 'what' of the product, persona development, proof of concepts, backlog management and product activation through to product retirement. Provides the voice of the business to cross‑functional product teams to clarify feature, story and content requirements; create story acceptance criteria; prioritises the product backlog; and translates the product vision into a roadmap and actionable tasks.

• Identifies the overall goal of a product(s), drives engagement of stakeholders and leads the adoption of product.
• Drives the overall customer experience definition and prioritisation that enables a focus on what matters most to our customers.
• Ensures product management and development teams are producing in parallel, and are working together effectively and efficiently.
• Builds and sustains high performing cross‑functional teams; Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
• Addresses blockers related to adoption and correct usage of the product- including communications, documentation and training.
• Establishes the go‑to‑market, pricing and positioning strategies.
• Plans & manages the budget, timeline, and tactical components, throughout the product lifecycle.
• Identifies and analyzes market trends to update and improve product usability
• Ensures that a new product in development, or a new feature of an existing product is proven to be desirable, viable and functional.
• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.
• Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.
• Regularly connects work to BMO’s purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.
• Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.
• Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent.
• Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.
• Operates at a group/enterprise‑wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non‑routine.
• Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
• 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

Intermediate level of proficiency:

• Marketing Analysis.
• Creative thinking.

Advanced level of proficiency:

• Process Improvement and optimization.
• Business Strategy.
• Research and information synthesis.
• Business Operations.
• Financial & Risk Management.
• Product Management.
• Learning Agility.
• Customer centricity.
• Product Development.
• Product Value Proposition and Go‑to‑Market Assets Definition, Design and Development.
• Technology Business Requirements. Definition, Analysis and Mapping.
• Product Lifecycle Management (Using Agile Methodologies).
• Complex Problem Solving.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Influence skills.
• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross‑group collaboration.
• Able to manage ambiguity.
• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post‑secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.

$94,600.00 - $176,000.00

Pay Type

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.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

BMO is dedicated to providing personalized banking services, adapting to changing financial needs while ensuring an exceptional customer experience throughout every stage of life.

Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company

Total funding $8.1B Post IPO Debt

Where they work

First Canadian Place, 100 King Street, Toronto, ON M5X 1A1, CA 111 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, US

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