Specialist, Risk Policy Management

Overview Please note this role is Hybrid - working 3 days a week in the office, subject to company policy changes, at a future date. About the role The Specialist – Policy Management plays a key role in supporting BMO’s enterprise policy management program and the effective governance of risk policy documents. This position applies subject matter expertise to the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of policy frameworks, standards, and procedures, in alignment with the Enterprise Policy Management Policy and Standard. Working within the Enterprise Policy Office, the Specialist contributes to the administration of the policy document hierarchy and lifecycle, supports the use of approved templates, and helps ensure policy documents are stored and managed in the centralized Enterprise Policy Repository for traceability and auditability. The Specialist supports the program’s processes for enabling effective exception and escalation management and assessment of the effectiveness, compliance, and relevance of policy documents. What will you do Execute and operationalize key components of the enterprise policy management program, supporting the Director in delivering high‑quality, consistent, and timely work across a full book of BAU and change activities. This includes preparing executive‑ready materials and decks, supporting policy lifecycle processes, contributing to the enterprise‑wide document remediation effort, and implementing new workflows and procedures designed by the Enterprise Policy Office. Support configuration, testing, and administration of the policy technology solution; ask thoughtful questions, identify issues, surface risks, and apply foundational risk and compliance principles to ensure documents and processes meet enterprise and regulatory requirements. Manage your own pipeline of work independently, executing accurately, following through reliably, and delivering outputs that meet a high‑quality bar without needing continuous direction. Demonstrate detail orientation, self‑direction, and experience in policy, compliance, risk, or governance environments. Understand what “good” looks like in a regulated setting, think critically, raise questions or observations to strengthen outcomes, take ownership of deliverables, handle competing priorities, and produce polished, accurate materials for senior audiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to support both implementation and steady‑state operationalization of processes and technology, integrate and enhance existing policy management structures and resources, and drive continuous improvement while minimizing operational overhead and avoiding unnecessary duplication. Provide subject matter expertise in the analysis, development, approval process, issuance and communication of Risk policy frameworks in alignment with standards. Write, publish and maintain policy documentation including guidelines, standards, directives, operating procedures, and related documentation. Build change management plans of varying scope, and lead or participate in activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation, and sustainment of initiatives. Assist in preparing materials required for audits and regulatory exams. Create, implement and sustain guidelines, standards, operating procedures, and other documentation. Initiate and coordinate review processes among stakeholders. Identify and eliminate gaps in current state of policies and procedural documentation. Review documentation on a timely basis to ensure they are up to date, accurate and complete. Design and produce regular and ad‑hoc reports and dashboards. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed. What you need to succeed Typically between 4 – 6 years of relevant experience in risk policy management and a post‑secondary degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of risk management, audit, compliance, and/or governance policy management. Knowledge of business and regulatory environment. Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience. Financial industry background. Please note this role is Hybrid - working 3 days a week in the office, subject to company policy changes, at a future date. Salary and Pay Salary: $61,600.00 - $113,900.00 Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on 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 hours worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents the expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on pay type 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’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. 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. 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