Manager, Global Third Party Risk Management

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We are seeking a detail‑oriented and self‑motivated professional to join the Global Third-Party Risk Management organization as part of the Program Governance and Process Efficiencies team. This role is responsible for the development, maintenance, and governance of documentation that supports the Third-Party Risk Management Program, including enterprise operating procedure, internal procedures, desktops, and supporting materials.

The ideal candidate will have strong document management capabilities, a disciplined approach to governance and controls, and the ability to work independently while partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders. This position is well‑suited for someone who thrives in a structured environment, values accuracy and consistency, and is motivated to improve program clarity, efficiency, and sustainability through high‑quality documentation.

Responsibilities include:

• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviors in all that they do.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment across documents, with awareness of governance and audit expectations.
• Ability to work independently, identify documentation gaps, and drive deliverables with minimal oversight.
• Understanding of documentation’s role in risk management, regulatory compliance, and control environments.
• Ability to support continuous improvement by streamlining documentation processes and improving clarity and usability.
• Ability to gather inputs, incorporate feedback, and align documentation with program and enterprise standards.
• Regularly connects work to BMO’s purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through. 
• Managing the Program Delivery including component projects and the Business (Function) Leads to ensure appropriate direction is provided to meet initiative objectives.
• Promotes and effective working environment geared towards collaboration
• Ensures methodologies are adhered to by the program delivery team
• Enables the achievement of quality delivery, effective mitigation of project execution risk, and the achievement of program objectives, scope, and benefit outcomes
• Works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Participates in initiatives as a subject matter expert
• Ability to understand TPRM Directive, ONFR guidelines and other relevant third-party policy requirements
• Makes recommendations to senior Management and owners on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.
• Influences to achieve business objectives.
• Understanding of end-to-end procurement process and BMO’s preferred standards
• Strong understanding of BMO’s tools and data management
• Supports business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.
• Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically, 5 to 7 years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and experience managing documents management– In-depth
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth
• Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth
• Influence skills - In-depth
• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth
• Able to manage ambiguity - In-depth

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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: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

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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 http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

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