Director Office of the US Chief Technology and Operations Officer

BMO Financial Group is committed to positively impacting business and life by driving change in the world. As part of their mission to "Boldly Grow the Good," BMO values inclusion, diversity, and the power of collaborative innovation. BMO offers employees resources, support, and opportunities to make an impact, and fosters a culture of growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior U.S. leadership in the development and implementation of regulatory strategies, ensuring compliance with governance and risk management standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert for U.S. prudential regulator examinations and support the supervisory relationship through incident reporting, meetings, and updates.
• Develop and manage risk and control stories, ensuring alignment with BMO's governance framework.

Program and Risk Management

• Foster a risk-aware culture across first, second, and third-line teams.
• Evaluate and implement internal control systems in compliance with FFIEC guidelines.
• Support the development of action plans for mitigating identified risks and gaps.
• Represent the business on risk management and governance working groups, providing timely updates.

Leadership and Team Development

• Contribute to the management and development of a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and rewarding performance.
• Build strong interdepartmental teams to enhance collaboration and deliver value across all functional areas.
• Attract and retain top talent by providing career development opportunities.

Regulatory Expertise and Communication

• Prepare and brief senior leaders on regulatory matters and ensure alignment with organizational strategies.
• Support the interpretation of regulatory requirements, including emerging issues, and guide the business in addressing them.
• Develop and update business procedures in line with regulatory changes and ensure stakeholders are informed.

Stakeholder Engagement and Influence

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment across the organization.
• Influence decision-making processes using data-driven insights and risk analysis.
• Communicate risk management and governance strategies effectively across teams.

Qualifications

Experience

• Typically, 9+ years of relevant experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, or governance in the financial services industry.
• Expertise in program management, FFIEC guidelines, and risk management frameworks.
• Proven track record in influencing senior leadership and managing complex regulatory projects.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Expert analytical and problem-solving abilities, including data-driven decision-making.
• Collaboration skills with a focus on cross-functional teamwork.
• Ability to influence and advise senior leaders on regulatory matters.

Education

• Post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid office/remote work environment.
• Interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, with occasional travel to various business sites.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $128,000 to $238,000, based on experience and location.
• Performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans.
• Additional perks include accident and life insurance, employee stock purchase plans, and more.