Trade and Risk Analyst

BMO U.S.

. Review and evaluate complex equity, option, mutual fund, GIC, fixed income, and foreign exchange orders for release, modification, restriction, rejection, or escalation .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$55,500 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in equity, options, and fixed income trading, with a strong focus on risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency. Proficient in conducting margin calculations, assessing trading risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance trading operations.

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Equity And Options TradingMargin And Buying Power CalculationsCanadian Securities RegulationCIRO RequirementsRisk Management Framework

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Hard Skills

EquitiesOptionsMulti-Leg StrategiesFixed IncomeMargin CalculationsBuying Power CalculationsConcentration RiskCredit ExposureOrder ManagementTrade Lifecycle

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluence Skills

Tools & Technologies

In-House Trading ApplicationsMS OfficeMacros

Certifications & Qualifications

CSCCPHDFOLCIREDerivatives Examinations

Industry Keywords

Operational RiskAMLPrivacyInternal ControlsMarket ManipulationFraud MonitoringClient ServiceRisk AppetiteControl EnhancementsCorporate Action Risk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and evaluate complex equity, option, mutual fund, GIC, fixed income, and foreign exchange orders for release, modification, restriction, rejection, or escalation
Act as a gatekeeper and first line of defense by balancing client service with operational, financial, regulatory, market, and reputational risk
Assess liquidity, trading volume, volatility, concentration, and price sensitivity on large or unusual orders
Perform complex margin and buying power calculations across multi-leg option strategies, concentrated positions, and leveraged accounts
Identify excessive leverage, margin deficiencies, under-equity conditions, and deteriorating account conditions; recommend or apply restrictions
Contact clients regarding margin calls, cash debits, credit sellouts, loan conditions, FX risk, and account restrictions
Manage option lifecycle risk, including exercise and assignment notifications and expiry report review
Research and control corporate action risk, including reverse splits and reorganizations
Monitor and resolve order rejects, trade breaks, and unfilled or incorrectly booked transactions
Monitor accounts for fraud, wash trading, unauthorized trading, market manipulation indicators, and unacceptable trading behaviour
Apply CIRO requirements, internal policies, AML, privacy, and consumer protection obligations
Identify control gaps, system deficiencies, and process weaknesses; support control enhancements
Conduct root cause analysis on recurring exceptions, client-impacting incidents, and control failures
Act as a TMD subject matter expert on strategic platform, margin, order management, and risk-control initiatives
Define requirements, evaluate solutions, and complete user acceptance testing
Review and recommend updates to procedures, job aids, and control documentation
Collaborate with Credit, Risk, Margin Lending, Equity Desk, Compliance, Technology, InvestorLine frontline, and support teams
Train new hires and coach team members on difficult orders
Support Audit, Compliance, Legal, and Operational Risk reviews with transaction evidence and documented analysis
Document decisions, calculations, client outreach, and actions accurately and audibly
Exercise judgment on escalation to management, Credit, Compliance, or trading desks
Work independently on complex, time-sensitive, and non-routine tasks in a high-volume environment
Safeguard sensitive Bank, customer, transactional, and employee information
Apply BMO’s Risk Management Framework, Risk Culture, and approved Risk Appetite

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 4–6 years of relevant experience
Post-secondary degree in a related field of study or equivalent combination of education and experience
Completion of the CSC, CPH and DFOL, or CIRO-administered CIRE and Derivatives examinations
At least one year of relevant experience acquired after obtaining these qualifications
In-depth knowledge of BMO InvestorLine products, order and trade lifecycle, brokerage operations, and related trading systems
Advanced knowledge of equities, options and multi-leg strategies, fixed income, margin and buying power calculations, concentration risk, and credit exposure
Strong understanding of Canadian securities regulation, CIRO requirements, AML, privacy, internal controls, and operational risk principles
Ability to manage high volumes of work and data, prioritize competing risks, and maintain accuracy under time-sensitive conditions
Proficient with in-house trading applications, MS Office, and macros
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong collaboration and team skills
Strong influence skills and data-driven decision making

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
Accommodations available on request