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We are seeking a Director, Regulatory Transformation with a strong understanding of the regulatory landscape, deep knowledge of Capital Markets (CM) to join our Regulatory Transformation (RT) team.
RT is part of the Capital Markets Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO) and as a key business partner for regulatory matters plays a critical role in driving regulatory change that supports business growth, client needs, strategic priorities, and long-term value creation. The team sponsors and manages a central portfolio view of emerging regulatory developments, leads proactive preparation for upcoming changes, and leads business impact analysis through to the end-state target control environment. The team also supports the launch of new products or trading activity by advising on current live and new upcoming regulatory considerations.
As a Director on the RT team, you will be a member of our management team in addition to driving the implementation new regulatory changes into our operating model and advising our business with respect to the impact of regulation. As such you will be a people manager and also be required to provide reporting to senior Capital Markets’ management.
Responsibilities and Duties
This role requires you to:
Manage a portfolio of regulatory initiatives across Global Markets and Investment & Corporate Banking
Have a deep understanding of Capital Markets and build strong senior stakeholder relationships that will be required when performing complex analysis across multiple businesses
Exert influence and impact, to drive business engagement and lead strategic cross divisional discussions on regulatory change matters
Deploy appropriate methodologies and governance tools, to drive the timely delivery of analysis and agreed solution approach (operational and technology driven
Lead business impact and gap analysis between current operating models and new regulatory requirements
Identifies and facilitates detailed client and Front Office (FO) processes’ impacts: client flows and outreach requirements, FO communications, FO product, trade surveillance and business conduct
Drive the creation of Capital Markets Regulatory Target Operating Model including core business and technology capabilities, roles and responsibilities, operating capacities and how the operating groups strategically organize to achieve compliance in line with business priorities
Provides leadership, training, coaching, and guidance to team members and impacted stakeholders
Develops and deliver impactful communications and presentations to cross-functional team members and stakeholders (business and IT), regulators, and senior management committees
Qualifications and Skills
Core Requirements
University degree and 10+ years of experience in management consulting or related field in financial services with active involvement in new regulation assessments and implementations
Deep understanding of global securities and derivatives regulatory frameworks including, for example, CFTC, SEC, CSA, and EU.
Strong understanding of the financial product lifecycle: origination, primary market, secondary market and the associated business activities such as settlement, risk management, operations & accounting
Strong understanding of electronic trading platforms and ecosystem: algorithmic trading, market making, high-frequency trading.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess information, evaluate risks, and make informed judgments. Can approach problems from multiple perspectives and demonstrate sound reasoning.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; including the ability to understand and effectively communicate relevant industry regulations, impacts and implementation solutions to the business
A high level of professionalism, ethics and integrity
Nice to Have’s
Project management certifications and / or equivalent experience
CSC, FINRA Series 7 or similar qualifications
The salary range for this role $135,000-150,000 CAD plus eligibility for variable salary and benefits (subject to negotiation and subject to the candidate meeting the specific skills, experience, education, and qualification requirements).
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 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.
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