Private Wealth Administrative Assistant - London, Fall 2026 (Co-op/Internship) - 4 months

Job Overview

Position: Co-op / Intern

Company: BMO Financial Group

As a co-op/intern student at BMO, you will have the opportunity to be heard, keep growing and make a difference. You will be part of our campus program to gain the skills and knowledge needed to take on roles similar to the description listed below.

Our student experience is designed to integrate you into the BMO team from day one by adding value in the work you do. You will have the opportunity to participate in programs such as the Women in Banking Mentorship Program, BMO Social Squad student-led activities, BMO Academy learning platform and access to various Employee Resource Groups to further develop your network within BMO.

Interested in learning more about our campus program? Stay up-to-date with BMO Campus Recruitment by following us on Instagram @bmocanada | @bmo_us and joining our LinkedIn group BMO Campus Recruiting & Early Talent.

Note: Only students currently enrolled in an academic program and returning to their studies will be considered for Co-op/Internship opportunities. Students who recently graduated are invited to apply to our New Grad opportunities which are available at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en/new-grad.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter, resume and an unofficial copy of your academic transcript. By applying for this general posting, you will be considered for a number of different student opportunities across multiple locations. If selected to move forward, you will be provided additional information.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks, financial and human resources administration and provides professional support to one or more Managers and their direct reports. The role provides general office services ensuring all administrative and operational processes and control standards are followed, while seeking to determine, develop, and participate in implementation of improvement opportunities, contributing to the effective and efficient operation of the business group.
• Leads or participates in planning, coordinating and implementing department events.
• Provides specialized and professional support to an executive and their senior managers within a large and diverse department or business group.
• Manages and monitors calendars and upcoming events. Dispatches meeting invitations, books meeting rooms and arranges for resources and other requirements in support of smooth and efficient meeting facilitation. Supports the coordination and implementation of department events.
• Develops and maintains a filing system; ensures business and operational reports, forms, and other documentation, paper or electronic, are readily available.
• Supports the development of tailored messaging, which may include writing, editing and distributing communications (e.g., correspondence, presentations, policies & procedures).
• Dispatches outgoing communications. Answers central phone line, responding to and resolving/escalating inquiries.
• Processes invoices for payment in adherence with documented processes and guidelines and vendor agreements.
• Prepares and logs departmental expense claims and reports. Tracks expenses to ensure they stay within budget.
• Makes travel arrangements, booking flight/hotel reservations as needed.
• Liaises with internal business units and external vendors and participates in the local coordination and implementation of premises and building related matters including incoming/outgoing staff and contractors, relocations, office planning and new furniture requirements while ensuring minimal interruptions to business operations.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Ensures all vacation and absence scheduling is documented, takes into account critical business needs, follows guidelines, and is managed consistently across employees in the group; identifies scheduling conflicts for resolution.
• Coordinates training requirements for staff (research, booking, cancellations, confirmations, etc.).
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders in order to deliver on business objectives.
• Organizes work information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Completes complex and diverse tasks within given rules/limits.
• Analyzes issues and determines next steps; escalates as required.
• 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, laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Typically between 1 – 2 years of experience in an administrative/professional support function and a post-secondary degree in a related field of study is desirable.
• Basic specialized knowledge.
• Verbal and written communication skills - Good.
• Organization skills - Good.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills - Good.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills - Good.

Salary

Salary: $34,750.00 - $51,800.00

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

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