Senior Portfolio Manager Technology Banking

10/22/2026

Address:

180 Montgomery St.

Job Family Group:

Commercial Sales & Service

Analyzes credit information to support lending decisions and processes for new and existing Commercial banking loans and credit solutions in an assigned portfolio of technology clients. Makes credit decisions and recommendations in compliance with bank policies and procedures while maintaining an exceptional client service environment.

• Negotiates loan structures and terms and conditions that align client requirements with the bank risk appetite and policies.
• Develops comprehensive credit structures to meet the transactional needs of more complex clients.
• Signs off on new, renewal and extension loans within delegated authority.
• Underwrite and manage a diversified portfolio of technology-sector clients, including software, SaaS, semiconductor, IT services, digital infrastructure, internet, and emerging technology companies.
• Conducts comprehensive portfolio monitoring including covenant compliance to identify deteriorating credit conditions.
• Conducts performance analysis, engages with clients and assesses industry trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Evaluates portfolio performance and recommends capital allocation strategies that optimize returns with investment objectives.
• Handles escalated client concerns and service requests, ensuring expectations are consistently met or exceeded.
• Leads complex proposal development and delivers presentations to capture new business and expand client relationships.
• Engages with industry peers and networks to gather competitive insights and best practices, applying this knowledge to maintain a competitive edge.
• Develop meaningful portfolio insights through financial analysis, industry research, and risk reporting.
• Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter resource on technology-sector credit matters.
• Builds and maintains client relationships to ensure long-term financial performance in collaboration with Relationship Manager and business partners.
• Structures and supports new, renewal and extension loans aligned with client needs and bank & risk policies.
• Conducts financial analysis and risk assessments of clients’ credit information, for an assigned portfolio, to provide insights and make informed decisions.
• Monitors the portfolio performance for assigned portfolio of Commercial Banking clients on an ongoing basis, taking corrective action when required. 
• Minimizes BMO’s risk exposure by adhering to credit policies, regulatory standards, and operational guidelines.
• Serves as a point of contact for service requests, ensuring expectations are consistently met or exceeded.  Escalates issues when needed.
• Supports and implements initiatives to enhance service quality, acquire new business and expand client relationships.
• Identifies revenue and cross-selling opportunities to enhance portfolio growth.
• Identifies share of wallet opportunities.
• Leverages analysis tools to nurture and grow a portfolio that exceeds ROE thresholds and evaluates client returns on a proactive basis.
• Manages timely and accurate data entry into BMO's systems and leverages the data to support decision-making.
• 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:

• Preferred 7+ years of relevant experience in credit or lending instruments or financial operations in a corporate or banking environment. Experience with leveraged lending and lending to technology companies.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred; Business Administration, Finance and Accounting preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
• If a Credit Qualifiable job, Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the credit portfolio requirements and qualification standards.
• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.

Intermediate level of proficiency:

• Structuring Deals
• Change Management

Advanced level of proficiency:

• Detail-Oriented
• Leadership

Expert level of proficiency:

• Loan Structuring
• Regulatory Compliance
• Portfolio Management
• Credit Risk Assessment
• Banking Operations
• Financial analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service

Salary:

$120,000.00 - $250,000.00

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

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.

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 BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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