Specialist – Policy Management

BMO; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO is seeking a policy and risk governance expert in a hybrid Toronto-based role. You will develop, approve, issue and communicate policy frameworks aligned with regulatory standards, and maintain comprehensive policy documentation.

The position requires analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and execution support for strategic initiatives, audits, and regulatory exams. Strong communication, data-driven insight, and change management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of risk management, audit, compliance, and / or governance policy management.
• Knowledge of business and regulatory environment.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.
• Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
• Leads or participates in defining the communication plan designed to positively influence or change behaviour; develops tailored messaging; and identifies appropriate distribution channels.
• Assists in preparing materials required for Audits and Regulatory Exams.
• Assists in obtaining required approval processes when implementing any changes.
• Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.
• Creates, implements and sustains the guidelines, standard, operating procedures and other documentation.
• Initiates and coordinates review processes among stakeholders.
• Identifies and eliminates gaps in current state of policies and procedural documentation.
• Reviews documentation on a timely basis to ensure they are up to date, accurate and complete.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Identifies business needs, designs/develops tools and training programs; may include delivery of training to audiences.
• Employs systems (e.g. customized exception reports, tracking reports etc.) to manage information.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.

Skills

Risk management

Audit & Compliance

Policy management

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Data analysis

Change management

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Tools

Policy documentation tools

Job description

Application Deadline: 09/29/2026

Address: 100 King Street West

Job Family Group: Audit, Risk & Compliance

Hybrid requirement: 3x per week in office (subject to change)

Provides subject matter expertise in the analysis, development, approval process, issuance and communication of Risk policy frameworks in alignment with standards. Writes, publishes and maintains policy documentation to achieve the desired business results and support corporate, compliance and/or regulatory requirements. Includes guidelines, standards, directives, operating procedures, and related documentation.

• Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.

• Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.

• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.

• Leads or participates in defining the communication plan designed to positively influence or change behaviour; develops tailored messaging; and identifies appropriate distribution channels.

• Assists in preparing materials required for Audits and Regulatory Exams.

• Assists in obtaining required approval processes when implementing any changes.

• Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.

• Creates, implements and sustains the guidelines, standard, operating procedures and other documentation.

• Initiates and coordinates review processes among stakeholders.

• Identifies and eliminates gaps in current state of policies and procedural documentation.

• Reviews documentation on a timely basis to ensure they are up to date, accurate and complete.

• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.

• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.

• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.

• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.

• Identifies business needs, designs/develops tools and training programs; may include delivery of training to audiences.

• Employs systems (e.g. customized exception reports, tracking reports etc.) to manage information.

• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.

• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.

• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.

Qualifications:

• Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of risk management, audit, compliance, and / or governance policy management.

• Knowledge of business and regulatory environment.

• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.

• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.

• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.

• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.

• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.

• Influence skills - In-depth.

• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

Salary :

$55,500.00 - $120,000.00

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 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

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.

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.