Hyper-competitive and they like it that way. - Retail Relationship Banker BMO US Employee Review

1.0
Feb 21, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

The interview process was fine I guess?

Cons

When I started, I was warned about a hyper-competitive employee who wanted my job. I was warned by managers and employees. When they struck and started to ruin my reputation, no one had my back. They had completely forgotten what they told me months ago. I started having panic attacks and desperately called HR for help. They didn't help. I was able to find a different spot, and there the other bankers were incredibly mean to me. Honestly, I ended up with PTSD from this place. I know, what you're saying, "Hey, maybe it's your fault!" I'll tell you: I never, ever had a problem with my fellow employees/reports until I went here. The environment BMO fosters just creates this situation where everyone is trying to climb over everyone else. It's gross.

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5.0
Jun 15, 2026
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Pros

Great team, growth, good bonus

Cons

Lean team, nights / weekend deployments

1.0
Apr 24, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pros: • Great coworkers who foster a supportive team environment. • Strong commitment to community engagement and involvement. • Attractive annual bonuses and competitive quarterly compensation.

Cons

Cons: • High levels of sales pressure, which can be overwhelming at times. • Concerns about management, particularly after the hiring of former Bank of America leadership; implementation of their sales culture. • Recent changes to branch names (now referred to as Financial Banking Centers) suggest a shift towards Bank of America's practices. • Many branch managers are on performance improvement plans and face pressure to meet 100% of their goals weekly, leading to a stressful work environment. • There are reports of unethical sales practices that may require regulatory attention. Overall: BMO offers a positive work atmosphere with great benefits, but the increasing sales pressure and management issues may raise concerns for potential employees.

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