Regulatory Compliance Testing Architect

BMO Harris Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group in Chicago, IL, is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Testing professional to support the implementation, maintenance and governance of testing programs. You will drive quality assurance, annual planning and reporting while aligning with enterprise standards and industry best practices.

The role emphasizes data-driven insights, stakeholder collaboration and continuous improvement across the regulatory testing lifecycle, with opportunities to influence methodology

Qualifications

• Typically minimum of 5-7 years of experience in regulatory compliance testing or related fields.
• Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience required.
• Professional certifications such as CRCM, CAMS, CIA, CPA, CRMA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, testing methodologies, risk assessment, issue management, and QA concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on Regulatory Compliance Testing methodology, standards, processes, and tools.
• Support development, implementation, maintenance, and governance of methodologies, templates, guidance, and playbooks.
• Coordinate annual planning process, including risk assessments, coverage analysis, capacity planning, and reporting.
• Design, implement, and maintain Regulatory Compliance Testing QA and Improvement Program.
• Perform quality reviews and thematic assessments to evaluate compliance with standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve testing methodologies, workflows, and reporting practices.
• Analyze testing results, trends, and metrics to identify insights and risks.
• Develop management reporting, dashboards, and executive presentations.
• Support governance processes related to methodology changes and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor regulatory developments and recommend enhancements to the framework.
• Assist regulatory examinations and internal reviews as needed.
• Develop and deliver training and communications to promote consistent practices.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Testing methodologies

Data analysis

Executive reporting

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary degree

Job description

BMO Financial Group in Chicago, IL, is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Testing professional to support the implementation, maintenance and governance of testing programs. You will drive quality assurance, annual planning and reporting while aligning with enterprise standards and industry best practices.

The role emphasizes data-driven insights, stakeholder collaboration and continuous improvement across the regulatory testing lifecycle, with opportunities to influence methodology