Risk Governance Lead, Frameworks & Oversight

BMO Harris Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Harris Bank in Chicago is seeking a Senior Manager for Risk Governance to lead design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of governance frameworks across the enterprise.

You will provide strategic advisory, challenge stakeholders on policies, standards, and requirements, and coordinate governance activities with the three lines of defense. The role emphasizes building robust governance reporting and insights for executive decision-making.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in risk management, governance, compliance, or related fields.
• Experience creating or overseeing governance frameworks and controls.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage cross-functional programs.
• Strong understanding of regulatory expectations in large financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance risk governance frameworks and guidance.
• Maintain governance practices aligned with the RMF and regulatory expectations.
• Provide strategic governance advice and challenge to stakeholders.
• Lead governance assessments, reporting, and dashboards for executive decisions.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives and change management in governance.

Skills

Governance frameworks

Strategic advisory

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Strong communication

Job description

BMO Harris Bank in Chicago is seeking a Senior Manager for Risk Governance to lead design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of governance frameworks across the enterprise.

You will provide strategic advisory, challenge stakeholders on policies, standards, and requirements, and coordinate governance activities with the three lines of defense. The role emphasizes building robust governance reporting and insights for executive decision-making.