Senior GRC Advisor - Data & AI Governance (25)

Data And Ai Governance Role

The three must haves when it comes to experience and certifications:

• Data and AI Governance experience
• Risk management experience.
• CDMP and/or AIGP certifications.

This role directly reports to and supports the Associate Director of T&O Risk (1B) - Business Risk Advisory and Controls - Testing & Advisory.The candidate will provide independent advisory, oversight, and validation of governance, risk, and control activities that support Enterprise Data Governance and AI Governance.The candidate will also support Product/Service/Process Risk Assessments (PSPRA) and Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment (RCRA), maintain Process Risk and Control (PRC) libraries and advise on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), etc.

The role works in close collaboration with First Line of Defense (1LOD) and Regulatory Compliance and Risk related Second Line of Defense (2LOD) partners to support and strengthen governance and risk management across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance, Risk & Compliance (Advisory)
• Governance Advisory & Enablement
• Relationship Management & Collaboration
• General Responsibilities

Qualifications Required:

• Typically, 5 - 7 years of relevant experience in governance, risk, compliance, data governance, AI governance, risk management, audit, or related disciplines, with a strong focus on advisory and oversight activities.
• Strong knowledge of Data and AI governance risk and regulatory requirements, including data privacy, data quality, model risk, and emerging AI governance considerations.
• Solid understanding of applicable regulations, industry standards, and control frameworks relevant to enterprise risk management and the data and AI lifecycle.
• Experience supporting risk assessments (e.g., PSPRA, RCRA, process risk and control assessments), including advising on risk identification, control considerations, and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to assess governance and control alignment, identify gaps, and articulate risk implications.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across first- and second-line functions.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and appropriately escalate governance or risk concerns.
• Required professional certifications:
• CDMP - Certified Data Management Professional (by DAMA)
• CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (by ISACA) OR CGRC - Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (by ISC2)
• Preferred certifications:
• AIGP – Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (by IAPP)
• ISO/IEC 42001 – AI Lead Auditor/Implementer (by ISO)

Salary :

$74,000.00 - $138,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

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: