Control Tester & Advisor – Data & AI Governance

Responsibilities

• Execute design effectiveness (DE) and operating effectiveness (OE) testing for Data and AI Governance, including data quality and ethical AI controls.
• Develop and document test steps, scripts, and workpapers aligned with approved risk frameworks.
• Provide risk and control advisory support to business and technology partners regarding control design and process improvements.
• Lead end-to-end process walkthroughs to document flows, control descriptions, and key risks.
• Analyze governance artifacts such as data lineage, metadata, and AI model lifecycle documentation.
• Identify, document, and communicate control deficiencies and root cause analyses to stakeholders.
• Partner with stakeholders to clarify risk ownership, evidence expectations, and remediation approaches.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in control testing, risk management, audit, governance, or advisory functions.
• Demonstrated experience in performing control design and operating effectiveness testing.
• Required professional certification: CISA, CRISC, or CGRC.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical and governance artifacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for issue documentation and advisory discussions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Data Governance, AI Governance, Model Risk Management, or Technology Risk.
• Familiarity with AI/ML model lifecycles and data management concepts.
• Professional certifications such as CDMP or AIGP.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Accident and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses.

About the Company

BMO is a leading North American bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. With more than 12 million customers, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and investment services across Canada, the United States, and globally.