Description

Application Deadline:

03/01/2026

Address:
320 S Canal Street

Job Family Group:
Commercial Sales & Service

About BMO Capital Partners

BMO Capital Partners ("BMOCP") is a leading provider of junior capital, including subordinated debt, mezzanine financing and minority equity capital to mid-market companies across the United States and Canada. With $2 billion in committed capital, BMOCP invests up to $20MM in companies with stable and predictable cash flows and defensible industry positions.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Chicago-based team of investment professionals. The Assistant Vice President will play a key role in working with Directors and Managing Directors to source, analyze and execute minority equity and subordinated debt investments.

The day-to-day responsibilities of the Assistant Vice President will include:

• Assist in evaluating direct minority equity and subordinated debt investments;
• Contribute to the planning and completion of due diligence;
• Own financial modelling, including building and sensitizing LBO models;
• Draft investment committee memos and materials;
• Assist in legal documentation negotiation and review;
• Monitor existing portfolio companies and prepare quarterly valuations;
• Build relationships with Private Equity, Independent Sponsor, Family Office, Growth Equity and Venture Capital Firms;
• Collaborate with colleagues across BMO Financial Group, including Commercial Banking and Capital Markets, in the U.S. and Canada;
• Monitor investment trends, develop investment theses and pitch on potential investment ideas;
• Assist in special projects as required.

Qualifications

The following qualifications are a must:

• Undergraduate degree.
• 5-7 years of experience within Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Leveraged Finance, Restructuring, Transaction Advisory or other relevant areas;
• Deep understanding of capital structure and working knowledge of principal investing;
• High level of proficiency in Excel and excellent financial modelling skills;
• Excellent command of professional English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to work independently on a number of concurrent transactions with limited direction;
• Ability to navigate between industries with a deep understanding of the financing needs of private companies;
• Experience working in a multiple member deal team context;
• Proactive attitude, mature, deep sense of ownership and initiative.

The following qualifications will be considered an asset:

• CFA, CPA, CA, CBV designation or MBA;
• Experience in conducting due diligence.

Salary:

$88,800.00 - $165,600.00

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. 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.