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BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service financial services provider. We offer corporate and investment banking, treasury management, as well as research and advisory services to clients around the world. #bmocapitalmarkets

We are seeking a Global Markets Analyst for a client-focused role within the Global Markets U.S. Commercial FX Sales & Client Solutions team. The Analyst will support senior marketers who advise U.S. Commercial Banking clients on managing financial risks through derivative solutions, with an initial primary focus on Interest Rates and a secondary focus on Foreign Exchange.

The role requires close collaboration with structuring and trading desks, Commercial Bankers, and Treasury & Payments Solutions partners, and other internal stakeholders. The Analyst will help identify client exposures, develop tailored analyses and materials, support transaction pricing and execution, and contribute to a high-quality client experience. The position offers direct exposure to corporate treasury decision-making, financial markets, derivative products, and the end-to-end sales and transaction process.

This is a development-oriented role for a candidate who is analytical, commercially curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to take on increasing client and transaction responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Senior Marketer Support : Support senior Global Markets Advisors across client coverage, opportunity development, pitch preparation, pricing, transaction execution, and post-trade follow-up for IR and FX derivative solutions.
• Client Analysis : Review client financial statements, debt profiles, cash flows, international operations, transaction activity, and other information to help identify IR and FX exposures and potential hedging needs.
• Market Analysis : Monitor macroeconomic and financial market developments and prepare concise market updates, scenario analyses, and client-specific observations to support client discussions
• Hedging Solutions : Assist in evaluating and presenting derivative strategies, including interest rate swaps, caps, and collars, as well as FX forwards, swaps, and options. Help translate product mechanics, economics, risks, and trade-offs into clear, client-friendly materials.
• Pricing and Execution Support : Coordinate with trading, credit, legal, onboarding, operations, and risk partners to obtain pricing, prepare transaction materials, validate key economics, and support timely and accurate execution.
• Client Materials : Create and maintain pitch books, market updates, exposure analyses, pricing summaries, term sheets, and other marketing materials for client meetings and internal coverage discussions.
• Pipeline and Client Relationship Management : Maintain accurate opportunity pipelines, client activity, next steps, and coverage metrics in applicable CRM and reporting tools. Help senior marketers in prioritizing follow-ups and identifying actionable opportunities.
• Risk and Controls : Adhere to applicable policies, procedures, suitability standards, documentation requirements, internal controls, and regulatory expectations. Exercise sound judgment, escalate questions appropriately, and safeguard client and bank information.
• Process Improvement : Contribute to dashboards, reporting, data quality, workflow improvements, and strategic initiatives designed to improve coverage effectiveness and the client experience.
• Learning and Development : Build proficiency in IR and FX markets, derivative products, pricing concepts, credit valuation considerations, documentation, and commercial client engagement through formal training and day-to-day mentorship from senior team members.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, mathematics, engineering, data science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships or early-career experience in capital markets, commercial banking, corporate treasury, risk management, consulting, or financial analysis.
• Demonstrated interest in corporate risk management, financial markets, and derivative product, particularly across interest rates and foreign exchange
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including comfort working with financial statements, market data, cash flows, pricing outputs, and scenario analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple client requests, deadlines, and workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, client-service mindset.
• Ability to build effective relationships across teams and functions
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn trading and CRM systems quickly

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The salary range for this role is $110,000 up to $120,000 USD (subject to the candidate meeting the specific skills, experience, education, and qualification requirements).

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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.

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