Manager, Data Lifecycle Operations

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We are looking for a Manager, Data Lifecycle Operations to join our Data Management Practices and Lifecycle Operations organization to manage and execute on our data lifecycle strategy, with a focus on data access operations.

If you are passionate about data and can harness the power of data and digital capabilities to drive strategic priorities and shape our future success, we’re looking for you!

This position will serve as a point of contact for Data Lifecycle Operations and is accountable for the delivery of critical data and analytics across enterprise platforms.

• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.
• Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.
• Manage the end-to-end data access processes and operations to enable employee and system access to critical data across enterprise platforms.
• Assists with regulatory and audit reviews at various levels, including preparation of evidence materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with or Lead data related strategic initiatives or a component of an initiatives, in collaboration with Technology partners, Business stakeholders and lines of business Data Management Offices (DMO).
• Manage communications introducing process improvements and new product offerings.
• Facilitate presentations and demonstrations on key processes to Senior Leaders, key stakeholders and end users as required.
• Facilitation of a weekly Operations meeting and communicating key updates to leadership.
• Digital first mindset to enable continuous improvement of operational processes to simplify and automate work, reduce complexity, improve data quality, and increase efficiency throughout the data lifecycle.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
• Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Accountability and Focus: (Estimated % of time which can vary)

• Management of the Data Access and Helpdesk request queues – 50%
• Strategic Project Support including process implementations, UAT and Production Validation – 20%
• Quarterly and ad hoc Audits, reporting and dashboard development/maintenance – 15%
• Communications & Presentations – 15%

Qualifications:

Skills

• Typically, 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of data access management processes, procedures, and usage controls.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills and demonstrated passion for execution excellence.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the drive to succeed.
• Data driven decision making.
• Solid verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to reach WIN-WIN results through effective negotiation and influencing skills.

Systems and Tools

• Solid working knowledge and experience with ServiceNow, PowerBI, PowerApps, Power Automate.
• Strong MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Confluence and JIRA.
• Understanding of analytic tools such as DB Visualizer.

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: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

We’re here to help

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.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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.