Senior Specialist HR Governance

at  BMO Financial Group

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1

Provides the leadership and integration point for Human Resources (HR) governance. Provides oversight, monitoring, testing and reporting on HR risk programs. Develops and monitors a robust risk management framework including a governance framework & practices that is leveraged across BMO to manage HR risk and other risks applicable to the group. The frameworks, programs and practices define the ways and methods HR Risk management is implemented, managed, monitored and strengthened across the enterprise. The governance framework includes policies/guidelines and provides programs/processes/practices and measures to promote transparency, accuracy, consistency across groups.

• Supports the analysis, development, evolution, monitoring and oversight of the HR risk management framework and governance system for all risks applicable to HR, including control testing.
• Monitors and tracks risk management performance, and addresses any issues
• Advises on various activities; including but not limited to control libraries, risk assessments, policy & procedures lifecycle management, assessment of education & training and development/delivery of training, development and execution of regulatory administration processes & procedures (e.g. attestation program), IAAP Program, SEMS assessment program, subject matter expert for Enterprise scenarios with HR risk, development & maintenance of HR Scenarios, Key Risk Indicator program and all related Enterprise reporting, etc.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Assists in the development of strategic plans.
• Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
• Leads the development of the communication strategy focusing on positively influencing or changing behaviour.
• May provide specialized support for other internal and external statutory and regulatory requirements (i.e. co-ordination of required Corporate HR notices and attestations, etc.).
• Develops risk solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of risk management and stakeholder needs.
• Provides advice and guidance on managing & overseeing HR and other risks in alignment with overall BMO framework.
• Acts as a subject matter expert to interpret applicable regulations & policies and makes recommendations on how to resolve business issues.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Provides due diligence and effective challenge to the first line of defence.
• Ensures that there is a disciplined and transparent approach to managing Human Resources Risk across the Bank.
• Manages the review and sign-off process for relevant regulatory reporting.
• Amalgamates issues and emerging risks for the HR Risk program. Assists with classification of issues and reporting across programs if applicable.
• Formulates the assessment of status of risk for Corporate HR reporting including the quarterly HR Risk Profile.
• Updates and maintenance the HR Corporate Policy & HR Corporate Standard. Provides support, advice and guidance in the development of other HR policies and procedures. Maintains existing and develops new Operating Guidelines to support the HR governance framework.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reviews the HR risk management program for effectiveness, considers industry trends and recommends enhancements; makes changes as required.
• May lead the management and oversight of all audits in Corporate HR as appropriate, includes all Corporate Audits, Shareholder audits (i.e. related to SOX 404) and Regulatory audits. Oversight accountabilities include education and training related to audits, tracking and monitoring of deficiencies and testing of completed action plans.
• May perform required 1st LOD program management activities (e.g., business continuity planning, etc.)
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.QUALIFICATIONS:
• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

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