
AML Data Governance – Defect Management Specialist
BMO U.S.
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chicago • Illinois • Wisconsin • United States
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Salary
💰 $88,800 - $165,600 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Support the AML Data Management team by managing the lifecycle of data defects and issues, coordinating remediation efforts, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Collaborate with business units, technology partners, and subject matter experts to clarify issues, drive remediation, and confirm completion.
- Prepare and deliver updates and reports on defect status, trends, and remediation outcomes for management and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and compliance reviews.
- Organize work information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for audit.
- Operate effectively in both project (SDLC) and Agile environments, aligning defect management activities with project milestones and delivery schedules.
- Use JIRA for defect logging, workflow management, and reporting; maintain dashboards and reports to support transparency and decision-making.
- Support the implementation and improvement of data governance procedures, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, information management, data/analytics, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, defect or issue management, governance, or related operations within financial services or a regulated industry.
- Experience working in both SDLC and Agile delivery models, with an understanding of change management principles.
- Proficiency with JIRA for issue tracking, workflow management, dashboard creation, and reporting.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex information clearly to various audiences, including senior management.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accurate recordkeeping, audit-readiness, and regulatory compliance.
- Banking or financial institution experience is required.
- AML experience is an asset; must be able and willing to learn new subject matter and acquire relevant domain knowledge as needed.
- Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to operational excellence.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Accident and life insurance
- Retirement savings plans
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
data managementdefect managementproject managementgovernanceSDLCAgilechange managementreportingdata governanceregulatory compliance
Soft Skills
organizational skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsdetail-orientedintegrityprofessionalismcommitment to operational excellenceability to manage multiple prioritiesability to present complex informationcollaboration