What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Analyst - (Banking / Risk Management / SDLC) position at BMO Financial Group?
Join our US Consumer Risk Management team as a Business Analyst, where you'll play a crucial role in driving data-driven decision-making and process improvements in credit risk management.
Required Experience
Minimum 5 years as a hands-on Business Analyst in a large global organization
Proven track record in risk management and compliance
Strong background in requirements gathering and Business Requirements Documentation (BRD)
Experience with Atlassian suite (JIRA and Confluence)
Demonstrated expertise in process flow optimization.
Experience in test script development and UAT testing coordination.
Professional-level technical writing capabilities
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
Technical Skills
Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages like Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL preferred.
Entry level experience with data visualization and business reporting frameworks
Understanding of data mapping, transformation, and statistical analysis
Understanding of data quality principles and reconciliation processes
Core Responsibilities
Project Management & Documentation
Lead end-to-end requirements gathering process within SDLC.
Develop and maintain comprehensive user guides and technical documentation.
Participate in release management activities.
Support disaster recovery and audit-related initiatives
Data Analysis & Reporting
Understand and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for portfolio performance.
Develop and implement business reporting frameworks.
Conduct complex data analysis and derive actionable insights.
Ensure data quality and maintain reconciliation processes.
Stakeholder Management
Collaborate with technical and business teams throughout project lifecycle.
Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to all organizational levels
Translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders.
Build and maintain strong relationships across departments.
Key Attributes
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Detail-oriented mindset.
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Professional presence and presentation skills.
Salary :
79,800.00 - $148,000.00
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 :
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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BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Note to Recruiters : BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
Salary : $79,800 - $148,000
