Credit Risk Assurance Lead — Strategy & Insights

BMO; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group in Milwaukee is seeking a senior professional in Audit, Risk & Compliance to conduct independent examinations of credits and portfolios, ensuring risk rating accuracy and asset quality.

The role involves advising on credit policies, developing strategic recommendations, and collaborating with senior leaders to enhance risk management and customer experience throughout the lending process.

Qualifications

• Typically between 15+ years of relevant experience and/or certification.
• Professional designations or business designation: CPA, MBA, CFA.
• Credit qualification required according to the standards established within the Credit Qualification Process Policies and Procedures.
• Superior knowledge of all phases of effective credit administrations, policies and procedures, commercial lending and/or retail lending processes, and analytical practices.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.

Responsibilities

• Advises on credit policies and processes to account management.
• Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.
• Collaborates with senior leaders to maximize risk return and improve the customer experience through the lending process.
• Breaks down strategic problems and analyses data to provide insights and recommendations.
• Manages review findings and follow up with senior leaders and escalates findings as needed.
• Participates in ongoing portfolio reviews, credit risk evaluations, and special reviews as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decisions

Collaboration

Influence

Problem solving

Education

CPA

MBA

CFA

Job description

BMO Financial Group in Milwaukee is seeking a senior professional in Audit, Risk & Compliance to conduct independent examinations of credits and portfolios, ensuring risk rating accuracy and asset quality.

The role involves advising on credit policies, developing strategic recommendations, and collaborating with senior leaders to enhance risk management and customer experience throughout the lending process.