Application Deadline: 09/29/2025 Address: 100 King Street West Job Family Group: Customer Solutions BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-based financial services provider offering equity and debt underwriting, corporate lending and project financing, merger and acquisitions advisory services, securitization, treasury management, market risk management, debt and equity research and institutional sales and trading. BMO Capital Markets has over 2,700 professionals in 33 locations around the world, including 20 offices in North America. #bmocapitalmarkets The Equity Research department provides in-depth financial analysis, industry expertise and thematic coverage of approximately 900 stocks that power our institutional clients with the information they need to make informed investment decisions. We are searching for an ADoR (Associate Director of Research), who will be responsible for managing a team of Equity Research Associates, overseeing recruiting and talent retention, as well as contributing to our research strategy, product, AI and data projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equity research, capital markets talent recruiting & development, data analysis, and a solid understanding of the regulatory space in equity research. This role is part of our Equity Research management team and reports into the Directors of Research. Key Responsibilities: Recruiting and retaining a global team of Equity Research Associates, ensuring high performance and professional development. Support Equity Research Associates on all aspects of career development while maintaining discretion and confidentiality of sensitive information. Contribute to the Equity Research Associate Development Program by organizing training, speakers, and knowledge share opportunities for the Associates. Oversee Equity Research Associate recruiting. Capable of attracting and retaining top talent. Manage wide variety of projects within Equity Research, requiring strong excel skills. Work closely with the Directors of Research on day-to-day of the department, optimizing research distribution and increasing client impact. Understand compliance and the regulatory environment and act as a coach and resource to direct reports. Foster a collaborative and team-oriented environment. Collaborate and partner with multiple stakeholders, across research, sales and trading. Act as a problem solver, addressing and resolving issues that arise within the team or projects. Qualifications: Minimum 10+ years of experience in recruiting, managing teams, project management, and equity research. Minimum of 5+ years in sell-side Equity Research, as a Research Associate and/or Analyst. Proven track record in recruiting, leading and developing high-performing teams. Experience working with Equity Research production teams – including knowledge of authoring and publishing processes – would be an asset. Strong negotiation skills and experience in strategic discussions. Highly skilled in Excel and data management. Excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality. Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to work. Candidate willing to be licensed by securities regulator in the US and/or Canada (including passing FINRA Series 24 and/or other exams within probation period). Additional Information: Requires in-office presence, min 4 days a week, starting prior to 7am. Requires travel New York/Toronto. We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth within the firm. Base Salary: CAD $175,000 Salary: 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 https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en. 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. 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. BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, we’re focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good. Who we are We’re proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, we’ll continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows.
