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Application Deadline: 04/29/2026 Address: 250 Yonge Street Job Family Group: Business Management Role Summary The Control Tester Data & AI Governance is responsible for executing and leading control testing activities related to Data Governance and AI Governance. This role focuses on assessing design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of controls, understanding endtoend processes through walkthroughs, analyzing governance artifacts, and identifying, documenting, and communicating control issues. The role requires strong testing judgment, the ability to develop and execute test steps, and effective communication with business partners, risk partners, and control owners. Key Responsibilities Control Testing & Assessment Execute design effectiveness (DE) and operating effectiveness (OE) testing of controls related to Data Governance and AI Governance, including data quality, data management, AI lifecycle governance, and ethical AI controls. Develop and document test steps and test scripts aligned to approved testing methodologies and risk frameworks. Perform reperformance testing, sampling, and evidence validation to assess control execution Apply professional judgment to determine control effectiveness and identify control gaps. Process Understanding & Walkthroughs Lead and conduct walkthroughs with control owners and stakeholders to understand endtoend processes related to inscope control activities Document process overviews, analyze control descriptions and key risks based on walkthroughs and artifact review. Maintain a working understanding of how data and AI controls operate within business and technology processes. Artifact Review & Analysis Analyze and assess business and governance artifacts, including: Data governance policies, standards, and procedures Data lineage and data quality documentation AI governance artifacts (e.g., model governance documentation, lifecycle controls, approval evidence) Evaluate whether artifacts sufficiently demonstrate control design and operation. Issue Identification & Communication Identify, document, and clearly articulate control deficiencies, design gaps, and operating issues, including root cause analysis. Draft clear, riskbased issue descriptions and support issue validation discussions with business and risk partners. Communicate testing results, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and professional manner. Stakeholder & Risk Partner Engagement Act as a primary testing contact for business partners, technology teams, and risk partners for assigned controls. Support ongoing dialogue to clarify control intent, evidence expectations, and remediation actions. Contribute to continuous improvement of Data & AI governance testing practices. Documentation & Quality Create and maintain highquality testing documentation, including workpapers, test scripts, walkthrough notes, and testing conclusions. Ensure testing work meets quality standards, methodology requirements, and service level expectations. Qualifications Required 35 years of relevant experience in control testing, risk management, audit, or governance functions. Demonstrated experience performing control design and operating effectiveness testing. Ability to understand and document business and technology processes through walkthroughs. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex governance and technical artifacts. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including issue writeups and stakeholder discussions. Preferred Experience in Data Governance, AI Governance, Model Risk Management, or Technology Risk. Familiarity with data management concepts, AI/ML model lifecycles, and governance frameworks. Experience engaging directly with business and risk partners in a testing or oversight capacity. Salary $56,000.00 - $103,500.00 Pay Type Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Groups 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 parttime roles will be prorated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Groups expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Groups total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performancebased 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: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards 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. Well support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. 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