Lead – Operations Control Testing

BMO U.S.

Lead compliance testing in banking operations focusing on Capital Markets and Wealth Management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective risk management and compliance processes.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $74,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate in planning, executing, and reporting on compliance testing
Identify areas where controls may be weak, missing, or where new risks are emerging
Monitor the progress of remediation efforts and validate closure of identified issues
Carry out manual and automated tests to verify compliance with standards and regulations
Drive strategic planning and execution by influencing stakeholders and contributing to initiatives
Build and align strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery
Lead communication planning and change management by creating tailored messaging

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of banking operational controls testing experience in Capital Markets, Fraud, Wealth Management or Personal Banking
Working towards or existing holder of a professional accounting, finance or audit designation (e.g. CPA, CA, CFA, CIA, CISA, FRM, CFE)
Strong understanding of a bank's risk and regulatory requirements in Capital Markets, Fraud, Wealth Management or Personal Banking
Good understanding of risk and control principles in operations
Good understanding of control frameworks and audit methodologies
Advanced knowledge of process and/or project management
In-depth knowledge of business, products, risks, processes and related controls in Wealth Management, Finance, and Capital Markets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
Performance-based incentives
Discretionary bonuses

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Hard Skills & Tools

compliance testingmanual testingautomated testingrisk assessmentcontrol frameworksaudit methodologiesprocess managementproject managementremediation effortsregulatory compliance

Soft Skills

collaborationinfluencing stakeholdersrelationship buildingcommunication planningchange managementstrategic planningreportingtailored messaging

Certifications

CPACACFACIACISAFRMCFE