Application Deadline:
09/03/2026
Address:
100 King Street West
Job Family Group:
Audit, Risk & Compliance
Leads the second line Compliance function for Personal & Business Banking and Commercial Banking in Canada. Accountable for the design,oversightand effectiveness of Compliance programs to ensure alignment with the Enterprise Compliance Program and applicable Canadian regulatory requirements. Serves as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, providing independent challenge while enabling responsible growth and strong risk management discipline across the Canadian platform.
Leads the development,implementationand ongoing enhancement of Compliance programs across P&BB; and Commercial Banking in Canada.

Provides independent oversight and effectivechallengeof regulatory compliance risk, ensuring alignment to Enterprise Compliance standards.

Acts as the primary interface with Canadian regulators; leads regulatory examinations,inquiriesand ongoing supervisory engagement.

Advises and influences senior leadership on regulatory risk implications tied to strategic initiatives, businessdecisionsand recent products/services.

Oversees risk assessments, monitoring,testingand surveillance frameworks to ensure controls are designed andoperatingeffectively.

Ensurestimelyidentification,escalationand resolution of compliance issues, including oversight of remediation and root cause analysis.

Drives alignment and consistency across compliance programs;identifiesopportunities to simplify, standardize and strengthen controls.

Leads strategic initiatives to enhance compliance effectiveness, including transformation,centralizationand process optimization.

Oversees reporting to senior management and governance committees oncompliancerisk exposure,issuesand program effectiveness.

Builds andmaintainsstrong relationships with senior business leaders,regulatorsand key internal stakeholders.

Leads,developsandretainsa high-performing Compliance team; builds leadership depth and succession pipelines.

Promotes a strongriskculture and tone from the top, reinforcing accountability, effectivechallengeand adherence to BMO values.

Within the mandate of this role,



promotes and supports the Bank’s risk culture including ensuring employees understand their accountabilities for risk-taking activities, promoting an environment of open communication and effective challenge, and establishing the “tone from the top” through leading by example.

Role models driving simplicity and productivity enhancements for optimization across groups driving continuous improvement on key measures.

Activates our winning culture, aligned with Purpose. Ignites engagement by aligning our culture to our strategy and fueling exceptional execution.

Fosters an inclusive environment for all employees by eliminating barriers to inclusion.

Develops leaders, plans for succession, and fosters a high-performance culture.

Drives top talent acquisition and retention, developing organizational capabilities to drive competitive advantage.

Leads and mentors a team with diverse risk and business experience, skills, and orientation.

Leads, promotes, and reinforces the Bank’s Ambition; personally, role models One Bank leadership; drives sustainable improvements in customer loyalty and business growth; adheres and supports enterprise customer experience and brand standards.

Qualifications:
Undergraduate degreerequired; advanced degree (e.g., JD/LLB, MBA) considered an asset.

Extensive experience (typically 12+ years) in Compliance,Riskor related functions within financial services, including senior leadership accountability.

Deep knowledge of Canadian banking regulations across retail and commercial banking.

Proven ability to engage effectively with regulators and senior executives.

Demonstrated leadership capability in building and leading high-performing teams at scale.

Strong strategic thinking,judgmentand decision-making skills.

Exceptional communication,influenceand relationship management capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to lead change and drive transformation initiatives across complex organizations.





Please note the base salary range for this role will be $200,000 to $225,000 CAD
Salary :
Pay Type:
Salaried
The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.

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