Risk Assessor

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bank of Montreal is seeking a Risk Assessor to join the Global Third Party Risk Management Team in Toronto. This role involves assessing and managing third-party risks while collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance supplier performance. The position calls for a bachelor's degree, strong relationship management skills, and 5-10 years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and proficiency in bank tools and data management.
• 5-10 years of experience in third-party risk management.
• Proven track record of leading multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and manage third-party supplier risks.
• Maintain relationships with line of business executives.
• Provide expert guidance on compliance with risk management frameworks.

Skills

Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Global Third Party Risk Management (GTPRM) Team has a mandate to proactively identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks associated with our third party suppliers and outsourcers through defined governance practices. The team is a first line of defense (1LOD) function that drives the identification and management of supplier risks across the Enterprise through challenge to the 1LOD supplier managers across the Lines of Business (LOBs).

The GTPRM Team leads LOBs in the engagement and management of suppliers as well as in their identification and management of supplier risks. They leverage the enterprise operational risk management framework through the outsourcing and supplier risk management lifecycle framework which includes ongoing, independent (second line of defence) activities for monitoring and reporting on outsourcing and supplier risks at all stages of a supplier relationship throughout the enterprise. These outcomes drive shareholder value, continuous improvement to the customer experience, and risk mitigation.

As an integral member of the GTPRM Risk Assessor Team (Assessor), the Assessor is accountable to review, effectively challenge, assess risk, provide independent oversight and monitoring of the Bank’s third party supplier engagements. The Assessor establishes and maintains strategic business relationships, provides guidance and counsel to the LOB, influences the LOB to help it manage risks and decisions with respect to third party relationships. Assess and identify risk, provide the LOB with guidance and expertise in third party risk management, ensure the LOB takes appropriate actions to mitigate risk exposure and ensure compliance with the TPRM Framework. Critical and time sensitive assessments require this role to independently manage and lead complex projects.

Relationship Management

• Build, cultivate, sustain, leverage and influence professional relationships with LOB (supplier managers, executives) to support their third party requirements, with other Bank risk SMEs, and with internal/external organizations
• Maintain deep and comprehensive knowledge of business changes and strategies to identify third party risks and recommend appropriate action and controls
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with multiple people, including analytical/meaningful/constructive/difficult conversations.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to impact and influence others, formulate ideas into action, drive results, and obtain consensus from multiple stakeholders
• Make important decisions that positively impact the Bank, including having difficult discussions with all levels of Bank personnel
• Works well in a collaborative environment, under minimal supervision, but is able to take direction/leadership when applicable
• Provides independent oversight and management of outsourced activity, effective third party risk management and governance practices
• Strong understanding of TPRM Directive, ONFR guidelines, framework, standards, policies, and other relevant third-party policy requirements
• Intermediate understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., OSFI, OCC)
• Provides intermediate advisory services and guidance to the business using a risk-based approach to optimize third party performance and enable consistent and efficient management according to business criticality and assessed level of risk
• Challenges the business to ensure appropriate actions are underway to mitigate identified operational risk exposures commensurate with the Third Party Lifecycle
• Provide expert guidance or opine on control requirements when required on complex/material outsourcing or third part arrangements within designated business portfolio
• Intermediate business analysis capabilities including understanding of data within SEMS and GRCE
• Identify and lead change management activities and continuous improvement updates for infrastructure and processes in support of enterprise third party management
• Strong attention to detail
• Supports lines of business in completion of SEMS programs
• Responsible to complete operational SEMS activities to support assessment process
• Participates in continuous improvement reviews of other Assessors
• Provides input on procedural updates or improvements
• Support and advise business partners, executives and Line of Business resources in preparing for internal and/or external audit &/or regulatory reviews through facilitation, planning, briefing, consolidation, review, interpretation, documenting and auditing of reports and material

Education, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• Strong understanding and proficiency in BMO’s tools and data management
• Advanced MS Office skills: Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Project
• Be a SME in the field of third party risk management disciplines, methodologies and techniques
• 5-10 years of progressive financial, sourcing, risk, regulatory and third party management experience
• Proven track record of concurrently leading multiple complex and matrixed projects using internal and external resources
• Previous experience interacting with Regulators in Canada & US is a plus
• Be a mentor to help train, coach, lead and motivate others
• Fill-in for the Senior Manager, as needed

Location and Hours

• Role operates within normal conditions; work outside of normal office hours may be required.
• Stress level is moderate to high.
• Flexibility: Hybrid role that must be in office at least 2 days a week; work remotely other days of the week. Employee must be able to accommodate the Bank’s in-office requirement, as it may change from time-to-time.
• Personal/home Internet access is required and is responsibility of the employee

Application Deadline:

06/29/2025

Address:

250 Yonge Street

Job Family Group:

Procurement

The Global Third Party Risk Management (GTPRM) Team has a mandate to proactively identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks associated with our third party suppliers and outsourcers through defined governance practices. The team is a first line of defense (1LOD) function that drives the identification and management of supplier risks across the Enterprise through challenge to the 1LOD supplier managers across the Lines of Business (LOBs).

The GTPRM Team leads LOBs in the engagement and management of suppliers as well as in their identification and management of supplier risks. They leverage the enterprise operational risk management framework through the outsourcing and supplier risk management lifecycle framework which includes ongoing, independent (second line of defence) activities for monitoring and reporting on outsourcing and supplier risks at all stages of a supplier relationship throughout the enterprise. These outcomes drive shareholder value, continuous improvement to the customer experience, and risk mitigation.

As an integral member of the GTPRM Risk Assessor Team (Assessor), the Assessor is accountable to review, effectively challenge, assess risk, provide independent oversight and monitoring of the Bank’s third party supplier engagements. The Assessor establishes and maintains strategic business relationships, provides guidance and counsel to the LOB, influences the LOB to help it manage risks and decisions with respect to third party relationships. Assess and identify risk, provide the LOB with guidance and expertise in third party risk management, ensure the LOB takes appropriate actions to mitigate risk exposure and ensure compliance with the TPRM Framework. Critical and time sensitive assessments require this role to independently manage and lead complex projects.

Relationship Management

• Build, cultivate, sustain, leverage and influence professional relationships with LOB (supplier managers, executives) to support their third party requirements, with other Bank risk SMEs, and with internal/external organizations
• Maintain deep and comprehensive knowledge of business changes and strategies to identify third party risks and recommend appropriate action and controls
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with multiple people, including analytical/meaningful/constructive/difficult conversations.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to impact and influence others, formulate ideas into action, drive results, and obtain consensus from multiple stakeholders
• Make important decisions that positively impact the Bank, including having difficult discussions with all levels of Bank personnel
• Works well in a collaborative environment, under minimal supervision, but is able to take direction/leadership when applicable

Risk Assessor (Grade 7)

• Provides independent oversight and management of outsourced activity, effective third party risk management and governance practices
• Strong understanding of TPRM Directive, ONFR guidelines, framework, standards, policies, and other relevant third-party policy requirements
• Intermediate understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., OSFI, OCC)
• Provides intermediate advisory services and guidance to the business using a risk-based approach to optimize third party performance and enable consistent and efficient management according to business criticality and assessed level of risk
• Challenges the business to ensure appropriate actions are underway to mitigate identified operational risk exposures commensurate with the Third Party Lifecycle
• Provide expert guidance or opine on control requirements when required on complex/material outsourcing or third part arrangements within designated business portfolio
• Intermediate business analysis capabilities including understanding of data within SEMS and GRCE
• Identify and lead change management activities and continuous improvement updates for infrastructure and processes in support of enterprise third party management
• Strong attention to detail
• Supports lines of business in completion of SEMS programs
• Responsible to complete operational SEMS activities to support assessment process
• Participates in continuous improvement reviews of other Assessors
• Provides input on procedural updates or improvements
• Support and advise business partners, executives and Line of Business resources in preparing for internal and/or external audit &/or regulatory reviews through facilitation, planning, briefing, consolidation, review, interpretation, documenting and auditing of reports and material

Education, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• Strong understanding and proficiency in BMO’s tools and data management
• Advanced MS Office skills: Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Project
• Be a SME in the field of third party risk management disciplines, methodologies and techniques
• 5-10 years of progressive financial, sourcing, risk, regulatory and third party management experience
• Proven track record of concurrently leading multiple complex and matrixed projects using internal and external resources
• Previous experience interacting with Regulators in Canada & US is a plus
• Be a mentor to help train, coach, lead and motivate others
• Fill-in for the Senior Manager, as needed

Location and Hours

• Role operates within normal conditions; work outside of normal office hours may be required.
• Stress level is moderate to high.
• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• Flexibility: Hybrid role that must be in office at least 2 days a week; work remotely other days of the week. Employee must be able to accommodate the Bank’s in-office requirement, as it may change from time-to-time.
• Personal/home Internet access is required and is responsibility of the employee

Salary :

$68,000.00 - $126,000.00

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 https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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About Us

BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, we’re focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good.

Who we are

We’re proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, we’ll continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows.