distribution manager - sales
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Director, Institutional ETF & Solutions Distribution, GAM
Posted on June 05, 2026 by Employer details BMO Financial
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Application Deadline: 06/27/2026 Address: 885 West Georgia StreetJob Family Group: Asset Mgmt Sales & Service Role Mandate The Director, Institutional ETF & Solutions Distribution is responsible for the sales and servicing of BMO Global Asset Management's institutional ETF platform, with a secondary focus on alternatives (Private Credit, Private Equity, Quantitative strategies) and active investment solutions, across an assigned territory in Western Canada.This role plays a critical part in driving BMO GAM's institutional growth strategy by developing deep, consultative relationships with sophisticated institutional investors. Clients and prospects include large and complex pension plans, insurance companies, investment counselors, mutual funds, hedge funds, foundations, endowments, and family offices.The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of institutional markets, a proven ability to originate and close new business, and the capability to partner effectively with portfolio managers and internal stakeholders to deliver differentiated, client centric solutions. This role is well suited for a self starter who thrives in a team based, performance driven environment. Key Responsibilities Sales & Client Coverage Lead institutional sales efforts with a primary focus on BMO GAM's ETF platform, positioning ETFs as core building blocks within institutional portfolios.Drive incremental growth across alternatives and active strategies as complementary solutions aligned with client objectives.Identify, develop, and convert new institutional relationships through proactive prospecting, in person and virtual meetings, and participation in industry conferences and events.Translate institutional client challenges into opportunities through problem solving, thought leadership, education, and the transfer of intellectual capital.Foster a culture of sales excellence focused on new asset growth, client acquisition, and wallet share expansion. Relationship Management Build and maintain long term, trusted relationships with institutional clients by developing a deep understanding of their investment objectives and constraints.Provide consultative advice on asset allocation, portfolio construction, and implementation using BMO GAM solutions.Coordinate access to portfolio managers, product specialists, capital markets, client service teams, and pension consultants as required.Deliver timely follow up, responsiveness, and high quality client service across all assigned relationships.Maintain a strong understanding of competitor activity and market trends to proactively identify opportunities and risks.Ensure disciplined and effective use of CRM tools to manage pipelines, activity, and client intelligence. Strategy, Planning & Market Insight Develop and execute a comprehensive annual territory business plan, including sales strategy, priorities, and promotional budget, to achieve growth and retention targets.Provide strategic input and feedback on ETFs, alternatives, and active product positioning.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including product launches, go to market strategies, and process enhancements.Communicate regularly with sales leadership regarding regional performance, market dynamics, and client insights.Enhance BMO GAM's institutional brand through thought leadership, public speaking, and conference participation. Cross Functional Collaboration Partner closely with internal sales, service, investment, marketing, and capital markets teams to deliver integrated institutional solutions.Collaborate across BMO Financial Group to leverage broader firm capabilities and strengthen competitive positioning within the institutional marketplace. Scope & Impact Direct impact on the achievement of key line of business objectives.Primary success measures include new institutional assets, new client acquisition, and retention of existing relationships. Experience & Qualifications- Location Vancouver, BC
- Work location On site
- Salary$28.00 to $91.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #3301505
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