Bank of Montreal

Lead - Operations Control Testing

Bank of Montreal$74K — $138K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in banking operational controls testing, focusing on Capital Markets, Fraud, Wealth Management, or Personal Banking.
  • Professional certification in accounting, finance, or audit (e.g., CPA, CA, CFA, CIA, CISA, FRM, CFE) preferred or in progress.
  • In-depth knowledge of risk and regulatory requirements specific to Capital Markets, Fraud, Wealth Management, or Personal Banking.
  • Advanced understanding of operational risk principles and audit methodologies.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate on compliance testing with control owners and cross-functional teams.
  • Identify and analyze areas where controls may be inadequate or new risks arise.
  • Monitor remediation efforts and validate closure of issues.
  • Conduct manual and automated compliance tests against standards and regulations.
  • Lead strategic planning discussions, integrating emerging trends into the decision-making process.
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align objectives and ensure coordinated efforts.
  • Deliver comprehensive testing programs and generate thorough documentation to support findings and recommendations.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model (2-3 days in the office).
  • Health insurance and retirement savings plans.
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for continuous education.
  • Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses.
  • Accident and life insurance offerings.
Full Job Description

Application Deadline:

10/01/2026

Address:

320 S Canal Street

Job Family Group:

Business Management

    KEY Skills and Experience:

    • 5+ years of banking operational controls testing experience specifically in the areas of Capital Markets, Fraud ,Wealth Management or Personal Banking
    • Working towards or existing holder of a professional accounting, finance or audit designation (ex. CPA, CA, CFA, CIA, CISA, FRM, CFE) or other industry-relevant certifications
    • Strong understanding of a bank's risk and regulatory requirements with regards to Capital Markets, Fraud ,Wealth Management or Personal Banking
    • Good understanding of the key risk and control principles for operations environments, as well as payments & transformation involving operations including Operational Risk, Regulatory Compliance / AML risk, Reputational Risk and Processing and Execution Risk.
    • Good understanding of control frameworks and audit methodologies.
    • Advanced knowledge of process and/or project management.
    • You have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the business, products, risks, processes and related controls specifically within Wealth Management, Finance and Capital Markets
    • Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    • General understanding of the business unit’s risk and regulatory requirements.

    • Good understanding of control frameworks and audit methodologies.

    • Advanced knowledge of process and/or project management.

    • Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.

    • Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.

    • Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.

    • Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.

    • Influence skills - In-depth.

    • Data driven decision making - In-depth.


    This is a HYBRID role at the office locations noted in this job description. The work Hybrid model is currently 2-3 days in the office.

    CORE Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate in planning, executing, and reporting on compliance testing, working closely with control owners and cross-functional business teams.
    • Good understanding of the key risk and control principles for operations environments, as well as payments & transformation involving operations including Operational Risk, Regulatory Compliance / AML risk, Reputational Risk and Processing and Execution Risk.
    • Identify areas where controls may be weak, missing, or where new risks are emerging.
    • Monitor the progress of remediation efforts and validate the closure of identified issues.
    • Carry out both manual and automated tests to verify compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
    • Drives strategic planning and execution by influencing stakeholders, contributing to strategic initiatives, and leveraging emerging trends to inform decisions across business and enterprise contexts.
    • Builds and aligns strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery and shared objectives.
    • Leads communication planning and change management by creating tailored messaging, selecting appropriate channels, and supporting execution and sustainment activities.
    • Provides analytical and consulting support by transforming data into actionable insights, diagnosing root causes, and solving problems within governance frameworks.
    • Leads and executes end-to-end testing programs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and high-quality delivery aligned with business strategies and service standards.
    • Creates and maintains adequate testing support documentation such as workpapers, testing reports, etc. to support the results of reviews including the write-up of findings/issues for reporting.
    • Provides advice and guidance on control effectiveness, program compliance and issue descriptions
    • Maintaining deep knowledge of business processes and Operational controls while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Operates independently, managing non-routine situations and adapting to broader accountabilities as required.

    Salary:


    $74,000.00 - $138,000.00

    Pay Type:

    Salaried

    The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

    Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

    BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary 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: 

    About Bank of Montreal

    The Bank of Montreal is a Canadian multinational investment bank and financial services company. It provides a wide range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking products and services. The bank had revenues of CAD 23.6 billion in 2020.
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    45,454 employees
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    1817
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