Senior Compliance Officer, Regulatory Compliance Testing

BMO U.S.

. Assist in implementing, maintaining and administering a specific compliance program .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $75,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance program implementation, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Proven ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with stakeholders while leading testing engagements and managing compliance initiatives.

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Compliance Program ImplementationRisk AssessmentRegulatory RequirementsTesting CapabilitiesCIA Certification

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Hard Skills

Risk IdentificationProcess AnalysisData AnalysisTest Plan DevelopmentMonitoring Activities

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingRelationship ManagementProject ManagementProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CIA Certification

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementFiduciary ObligationsInternal ControlsCompliance Data Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in implementing, maintaining and administering a specific compliance program
Coordinate and perform risk assessment, monitoring, testing and surveillance activities
Work with business groups and internal partners to meet regulatory, corporate and fiduciary obligations
Advise business groups on new regulatory developments and internal products
Implement new or revised policies and programs
Identify risks and implement mitigation actions
Develop and maintain compliance information for analysis and reporting
Conduct independent risk assessments
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures
Lead and review testers in executing test plans
Perform and challenge monitoring and testing activities
Support root cause analysis for material control or regulatory failures
Document testing evidence for reperformance and internal documentation compliance
Lead testing engagements and projects; analyze results and communicate findings, recommendations and status updates to management
Build professional relationships with first-line and second-line stakeholders
Advise business groups on solutions aligned to regulatory risk appetite
Identify emerging issues and trends
Analyze and report compliance data and regulatory risk insights
Identify, assess, challenge and oversee issue resolution, remediation plans and validation
Escalate high-profile issues and risk cases to Compliance and business management
Advise first-line management and employees on compliance matters
Identify enhancements to business-group tools and processes
Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose and solve problems
Handle department or program initiatives independently

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Post-secondary degree in related field of study, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Recognized CIA certification or equivalent preferred
Strong process analysis, risk and control identification, and testing capabilities
Strong communication, critical thinking, relationship management and project management skills
Strong knowledge of second line and/or business operations and procedures, and activities involving documented practices
Skilled knowledge of regulatory/compliance requirements
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
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
In-depth training and coaching
Manager support
Network-building opportunities
Tools and resources to reach new milestones