Fraud Risk & Operational Governance Lead

BMO U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group in Chicago seeks an experienced professional to oversee, monitor and report on operational risks for a designated portfolio. You will develop and monitor the operational risk management framework, governance practices, and controls to ensure accuracy and transparency across groups.

You will act as a trusted advisor, guide issue classification, influence decisions, and drive action plans.

Qualifications

• Typically between 5-7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In-depth knowledge operational risk management practices.
• In-depth knowledge of the designated business / product portfolio.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of quantitative techniques and economic capital methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge & experience with risk policy frameworks; quality control / testing frameworks.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Guides/assists in the identification and classification of issues; recommends action plans.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
• Assists in the development of strategic plans.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Researches existing or emerging requirements & related best practices to assist and develops recommendations for changes/enhancements.
• Assists with the interpretation of new or changing regulations and assessing impacts to the governance frameworks.
• Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.
• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Leads the development and maintenance of the governance system and framework.
• Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represents the model validation program / portfolio for internal/external regulatory audits and/or examinations.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Coordinates the management of databases; ensures alignment and integration of data in adherence with data governance standards.
• 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.
• Leads and integrates the monitoring, measurement & reporting on the status of the operational risk governance program to internal & external stakeholders.
• Leads the management of governance meetings and maintenance of governing body mandates, oversight and approval guidelines.
• May provide specialized support for other internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Provides input into the planning and implementation of ongoing operational programs in support of the operational risk framework.
• Leads/participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes.
• Administers and maintains operational risk program activities in adherence to all policies, procedures and established processes.
• Identifies potential risk situations/ impacts, and make recommendations or escalates to the manager, as per guidelines.
• Develops and maintains in-depth knowledge of business and related risk management requirements and legislative/ regulatory directives and guidance.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders e.g. business stakeholders and Corporate Support Areas (CSAs) in providing 'second line of defense' operational risk management support.
• Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations; includes identification of risk impacts for new processes and workflows related to initiatives.
• Monitors and tracks performance; addresses any issues.
• Coordinates and monitors the review and sign-off of attestations and reporting.
• Maintains tools and templates for operational risk programs (e.g., Risk Control Self Assessment (RCSA), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) or regulatory compliance), as required.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Operational risk mgmt

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

BMO Financial Group in Chicago seeks an experienced professional to oversee, monitor and report on operational risks for a designated portfolio. You will develop and monitor the operational risk management framework, governance practices, and controls to ensure accuracy and transparency across groups.

You will act as a trusted advisor, guide issue classification, influence decisions, and drive action plans.