Governance & Controls Specialist

BMO U.S.

. Contribute to delivery of regulatory programs across applicable Tier 1 Risk Types .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management program implementation, regulatory compliance, and internal control systems. Proficient in developing risk mitigation strategies and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance governance and control requirements.

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Risk Management ProgramsRegulatory ComplianceInternal Control SystemsProgram ManagementData-Driven Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Risk Mitigation StrategiesEvidence-Based ControlsGovernance RequirementsPerformance MonitoringChange ManagementRisk IdentificationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsSelf-AssessmentsPolicy Implementation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaboration SkillsInfluence SkillsTeam Skills

Industry Keywords

Tier 1 Risk TypesRegulatory FrameworksAudit FunctionsStakeholder EngagementContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to delivery of regulatory programs across applicable Tier 1 Risk Types
Design governance and control requirements for products, processes, and channels
Support design, development, automation, coordination, and continuous improvement of evidence-based controls and risk management programs
Implement risk management programs and frameworks while identifying and minimizing negative business impacts
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies
Evaluate, develop, and implement internal control systems
Support strategic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders
Monitor and track performance and address issues
Build and lead change management activities, including readiness assessments, planning, execution, evaluation, and sustainment
Monitor first-line jobs for adherence to defined processes and procedures
Develop, document, maintain, and communicate business and group procedures
Track exception and exemption requests and approvals
Promote risk identification and management through communication, tools, presentations, and ongoing support
Interpret and operationalize regulatory frameworks across lines of business and jurisdictions
Conduct or support self-assessments, risk remediation, regulatory responses, policy implementation, measurement, and reporting
Identify, investigate, analyze, document, and mitigate program risks
Collaborate with first-line, second-line, and corporate audit functions to manage risks within approved risk appetite
Analyze program impact and effectiveness through periodic reviews
Support internal and external audits and regulatory examinations and help develop issue-resolution action plans
Support risk management training and awareness programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 4 - 6 years of relevant experience
Post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Program management skills
Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience
In-depth verbal and written communication skills
In-depth collaboration and team skills
In-depth analytical and problem-solving skills
In-depth influence skills
In-depth data-driven decision-making skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
Discretionary bonuses
Other perks and rewards
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
In-depth training and coaching
Manager support
Network-building opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities