BMO · 9 hours ago
Director, Equity Derivatives Risk Oversight
New York, NY, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $297K/yr
9+ years expBank of Montreal (U.S.) is seeking a Director of Equity Derivatives Risk Oversight to make an immediate impact in New York City. The role involves providing market risk oversight, developing risk management frameworks, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders while ensuring compliance and effective monitoring of market risks.
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Responsibilities
Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for making business decisions and implementing strategic initiatives
Develops an expert understanding of business/group challenges
Networks with industry contacts to gather competitive insights and best practices
Recommends measures to improve organizational effectiveness
May consult to or serve on various committees and task forces
Interprets new regulations and assesses impacts to the governance framework
Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives
Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making
Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution
Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals
Measures the effectiveness of risk governance system and framework; recommends changes as required
Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues
Leads the development and maintenance of the governance system and framework
Acts as the prime contact for internal/external stakeholder relationships, which may include regulators
Ensures alignment between stakeholders
Represents the risk program / governance structure during internal/external regulatory audits and/or examinations
Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards
Develops and manages comprehensive information management systems; designs and/or leads initiatives to improve processes, analysis and reporting
Leads the development of the communication strategy focusing on positively influencing or changing behaviour
Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives
Assesses and adapts existing operational programs; develops new capabilities to ensure ongoing success
Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution
Manages the review and sign-off process for relevant regulatory reporting
Leads and integrates the monitoring, measurement & reporting on the status of the market risk governance program to internal & external stakeholders
Leads the management of governance meetings and maintenance of governing body mandates, oversight and approval guidelines
May provide specialized support for other internal and external regulatory requirements
Provides input into the planning and implementation of ongoing operational programs in support of the market risk framework
Leads/participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes
Administers and maintains the market risk monitoring and control program activities in adherence to all policies, procedures and established processes
Reviews new business initiatives and monitors existing initiatives to identify potential risk situations/ impacts; makes recommendations or escalates to the manager, as per guidelines
Monitors the financial market environment and market risk model performance impacts for optimal execution of risk strategies
Independently administers and evaluates models, model assumptions, and key metrics used for the measurement of market risk for adherence to all policies and procedures applicable to the transaction based on established processes; documents and reports results of evaluations on an individual and summary basis
Identifies where corrective actions are required and escalates per guidelines; ensures corrective action is taken as necessary
Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of the risk framework, including effective challenge
Coordinates and participates in the execution of oversight/governance activities including reporting; assessment of education & training needs, development/delivery of training; development and execution of regulatory administration processes & procedures
Consults with stakeholders to improve consistency and transparency of risk measurement, metrics and reporting
Supports the development and maintenance of the governance system and framework including supporting policy/standard/operating procedures lifecycle management, education and training assessments
Develops and maintains in-depth knowledge of business and related risk management requirements and legislative/ regulatory directives and guidance
Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders
Ensures alignment between stakeholders
Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations
Monitors and tracks performance; addresses any issues
Coordinates and monitors the review and sign-off of regulatory reporting and attestations
Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a senior specialist resource across BMO
Influences how teams/groups work together
Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to multiple, interdependent, complex problems
Communicates abstract concepts in simple terms
Fosters strong internal and external networks and works with and across multiple teams to achieve business objectives
Anticipates trends and responds by implementing appropriate changes
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed
Qualification
Required
Typically 9+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Expert knowledge and understanding of the market risk management practices
Expert knowledge of regulatory requirements
Expert knowledge & experience with risk policy frameworks; quality control / testing frameworks
Seasoned expert with extensive industry knowledge
Technical leader viewed as a thought leader for innovation
Verbal & written communication skills - Expert
Analytical and problem solving skills - Expert
Influence skills - Expert
Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - Expert
Able to manage ambiguity
Data driven decision making - Expert
Benefits
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
Company
BMO
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Funding
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Leadership Team
David Casper
U.S. Chief Executive Officer
Azam Dawood
Head Of Sourcing
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