Position: Governance Specialist
Location: VIRTUAL(R)13 - HomeRes - IL XXXXX Illinois, 00000
This is an exciting time to work at BMO, as the Bank responds to a rapidly evolving technology landscape and increasingly sophisticated customer expectations. Rather than react to these changes, BMO is proactively transforming how we do business – and Technology & Operations is a critical part of that transformation.
To ensure we’re aligned with our increasing audit and governance requirements, we are looking for a candidate who is both technical and has an audit background. They will be responsible for delivering key messages both verbally and written to our executives and stakeholders.
Supports and maintains an effective governance framework that defines the ways and methods governance is implemented, managed, monitored and strengthened in technology. The governance framework includes policies/guidelines and provides programs/processes/practices and measures to promote transparency, accuracy, consistency across groups.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.
- Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.
- Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant regulations and policies.
- May network with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and best practices.
- Acts as a trusted advisor on governance matters.
- Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
- Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
- Leads or assists in the execution of oversight/governance activities.
- Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.
- Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.
- Leads and integrates the execution of oversight/governance activities and is primary contact across multiple jurisdictions and/or businesses.
- Makes risk management recommendations to senior leaders based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.
- Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
- Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.
- Represents the governance structure during internal/external regulatory audits and/or examinations.
- Measures the strength and effectiveness of governance system and framework.
- Develops and applies the framework for databases; oversees database management in adherence with data governance standards.
- Researches existing or emerging requirements & related best practices to assist and develops recommendations for changes/enhancements.
- Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
- Develops and calibrates reports on the status of the governance program or framework components to various internal & external stakeholder audiences.
- Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
- Leads the development of the communication strategy focusing on positively influencing or changing behaviour.
- Interprets new or changing regulations and assesses impacts to the governance framework.
- Manages the review and sign-off process for relevant regulatory reporting.
- Leads and integrates the execution of oversight/governance activities from multiple businesses/groups.
- Develops, evolves and maintains the governance system and framework.
- Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.
- Coordinates and participates in the execution of oversight/governance activities - may include (but are not limited to) reporting, assessment of education & training needs, development/delivery of training, development and execution of regulatory administration processes & procedures, management of review/updates to policies, etc.
- Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
- Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
- Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
Qualifications:
- Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
- Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
- Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
- Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
- Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
- Able to manage ambiguity.
- Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.
Salary:
$110,000.00 - $204,100.00
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 the number of hours regularly worked.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BMO is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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