Senior Counsel - Regulatory

Scope and Impact The jurisdiction of the role is the U.S. The role has direct or indirect impacts on the following: + Legal Risk + Regulatory Risk + Reputational Risk + U.S. Regulatory Relationships + Ability to execute strategic objectives The role is complex as a result of the highly regulated nature of the financial industry, the breadth, nature, and complexity of BMOu2019s various businesses, the complexity of both the supervisory environment and the business environment, the number and variety of regulatory regimes and regulators, and the magnitude and pace of regulatory change. Failure to fully understand and comply with regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations may impact the banku2019s ability to execute on key strategic objectives. Key Relationships Internal Other employees in ERO and LRC, both in the U.S. and Canada Senior leaders in lines of business and corporate areas External Regulatory Attorneys at other financial institutions to further understand the regulatory landscape Key industry associations Knowledge and Skills + Law Degree + At least 5 yearsu2019 experience in financial services, ideally as a bank regulatory lawyer advising on core bank regulatory legal issues + Good knowledge of US financial services legislation and regulation, with a focus on bank regulatory matters and acquisitions + Good knowledge of US regulatory landscape and priorities Senior Counsel - Regulatory, Enterprise Regulatory Office The Enterprise Regulatory Office (u201cEROu201d), within Legal & Regulatory Compliance (u201cLRCu201d), supports the BMO enterprise and helps BMO meet both its regulatory obligations and its supervisorsu2019 expectations. ERO advises with respect to legal and regulatory matters, provides leadership and guidance with respect to regulatory interactions, provides advice and oversight regarding regulatory examinations and the remediation of supervisory findings, and reports to senior management and the board of directors on significant matters. The Senior Counsel - Regulatory, will support the Chief Regulatory Officer and the ERO in the United States. The role is a senior attorney in ERO that will provide bank regulatory advice to business lines and corporate functions across the enterprise, while working closely with other attorneys in LRC. ERO provides legal and regulatory advice on a broad range of U.S. federal banking laws and regulations u2013 including the Bank Holding Company Act, the International Banking Act, the Bank Merger Act, and various Federal Reserve regulations, including Regulations K, O, W, Y, and VV, among others. The Senior Counsel, Regulatory Attorney will provide analysis and advice with respect to acquisitions and divestitures, affiliate transactions, proposals for new or updated products, activities, or services, and corporate governance and structure. The role will be required to stay abreast of the current regulatory and supervisory environments and review, analyze, and summarize proposed legal and regulatory changes in an actively evolving regulatory environment. Key Accountabilities + Advise on all aspects of bank regulatory issues + Provide guidance and advice to lines of business and corporate areas regarding implications of applicable laws and regulations on business strategies and new products, services, and activities + Assist in regulatory notifications and/or applications related to bank reorganization, expansion, or acquisition activity + Ensure BMO stays abreast of proposed changes to banking laws and regulations, including analyzing, assessing, summarizing, and reporting with respect to proposed amendments and other related developments + Participate in and advise on the banku2019s advocacy efforts, focused on emerging supervisory and regulatory matters Salary: $132,600.00 - $247,000.00 Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Groupu2019s 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 Groupu2019s expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Groupu2019s 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 u2013 for yourself and our customers. Weu2019ll 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, weu2019ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset. To find out more visit us at 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 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.

Created: 2026-03-30