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Credit Strategy Analyst III

BMO · IL · Remote available · $75,000–$160,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 27, 2026

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About your past

This role builds reporting and analysis on portfolio credit quality for the indirect business. Walk me through an analysis you built that changed a credit decision.

What they are checking: Impact rather than output

The posting asks you to articulate the business case of a question and the value being delivered. How do you decide an analysis is worth doing before you start?

What they are checking: Prioritizing by value rather than by request order

The posting names automating analytic processes. What have you automated, and how much time did it actually save?

What they are checking: Process improvement with a real number attached

Tell me about a time your analysis turned out to be wrong. How did you find out?

What they are checking: Self-checking habits

What would you do

You find something in the data that suggests a problem in how a strategy is working. Who do you tell, and how?

What they are checking: Escalation and what happens when the finding is unwelcome

This is a remote Illinois role with an application deadline of September 27, 2026. Does that arrangement and timing work for you?

What they are checking: The stated work pattern and deadline, confirmed

About the work

The posting names developing and publishing complex reports in Power BI Desktop. What's the most complex thing you've built in it?

What they are checking: The stated tool requirement, tested with a specific example

What statistical or programming tools do you use to assess credit risk trends, and what do you do in each?

What they are checking: Real tool fluency rather than a list

How do you tell a genuine credit trend from noise in a large portfolio?

What they are checking: Analytical judgment, the core skill here

How do you design a dashboard so the person reading it acts on it rather than admires it?

What they are checking: Design for decisions, a stated expectation

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The full job description

As published by BMO.

Application Deadline: 09/27/2026 Address: VIRTUAL13 - HomeRes - IL Job Family Group: Data Analytics & Reporting • Advanced Business Intelligence Skills (e.g. Developing and publishing complex reports via Power BI Desktop) • Creates and delivers comprehensive reporting and monitoring of the portfolio credit quality, operations and performance • Design and create analysis using programing of data and/or statistical software to assess and understand new credit risk trends • Undertakes quantitative analysis to support improvements to credit strategy and policy • Deliver data, reporting and analysis to support the Indirect business as needed • Proactively identifies opportunities to improve data and automate analytic processes • Conducts analysis of large datasets using descriptive and predictive analytic techniques to provide insights and recommendations Understands and articulates the business case of business questions and the estimated value being delivered. Designs dashboards and analyses to be performed, and appropriate visualization and analytics tools to use. Identifies trends and patterns to address identified business questions and provide insights through reporting and data visualization techniques. Works with other data and analytics professionals to optimize, refine, automate and scale analysis into repeatable analytics solutions and decision support tools. • Builds various reporting dashboards using the most appropriate data extraction, data cleaning and data visualisation techniques. • Provides value through insights, reporting and data visualization techniques. Selects, configures and implements analytics solutions for consistency and repeatability. • Researches and applies continuous improvement in data visualization by identifying trends and patterns to transform raw data into actionable business insights. • Works with different teams, management and stakeholders to enhance the usability and aesthetic appeal of data analytics solutions deployed in the organization. • Translates business needs to technical specifications and evaluates existing data visualization systems in order to improve them. • Develops data visualizations of "large" amounts of data that facilitate the intuitive presentation of data to decision makers. • Documents data flow, systems and processes to improve the design, implementation and management of business/group processes. • Develops tools and delivers training programs for use of reporting tools and self-serve analytics by non-analytical end users; may include delivery of training to audiences. • Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus. • Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support. • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules. • Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations. • 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: Foundational level of proficiency: • Technical design optimization. • Decision Making. • Systems Thinking. Intermediate level of proficiency: • SQL, PowerBI, Python • Data visualization. • Data storytelling. • Data mining. • Illustration. • Creative thinking. • Problem Solving. • Verbal & written communication skills. • Collaboration & team skills. • Analytical and problem solving skills. • Data driven decision making. Advanced level of proficiency: • Insights design. • Insights development and reporting. • Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience. Salary : $75,000.00 - $160,000.00 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. Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. 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