Associate Director, GRM Operational Risk, Advisory & Oversight, Corp. Functions

What is the Opportunity?

The Associate Director, GRM Operational Risk, Advisory & Oversight, Corp. Functions will support the Director & Senior Director to ensure that operational risk profiles for each business have been established, kept current and demonstrate fair and accurate representation of operational risk exposure.

This role works closely with the Director and Senior Director to support the implementation of the OR framework and risk management practices across the platform

What will you do?

• Partner with 1st line-of-defense on the execution and effectiveness of ORM programs (e.g.: independent reviews,  deep dive reviews, risk assessments and coordination of scenario analysis) to gain assurance on current and emerging issues
• Provide subject matter expertise to colleagues and  management in understanding and managing operational risk policies and procedures across the domains
• Initiate and lead research into areas of perceived elevated or emerging operational risk
• Investigate large loss events/incidents to assess potential systemic weaknesses and ensure appropriate corrective action
• Support a strong culture of risk and integrity through effective challenge and deep partnership with first line to promote transparency of risks and matters requiring escalation
• Contribute to and gather information required to respond to regulators, supervisors and statutory bodies (if required) 
• Monitor and analyze the design and operational effectiveness of a unit’s control environment 
• Develop/ leverage risk dashboards and metrics to identify trends and provide insights that contribute to an accurate profile of operational risk 
• Support the strategy, culture and activities that enable the team to operate as an integrated organization
• Support a culture of integrity and behaviors that align to RBC’s Code of Conduct and professional standards
• Work collaboratively across teams, contributing to an engaged workforce who are effective, knowledgeable and adaptable
• Foster an environment of continuous personal growth
• Support and provide recommendations on policies, processes and tools for multiple risk management programs

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Experience in risk management (1LOD preferred or 2LOD) or related field, knowledge of financial services products, processes, and regulatory environment
• Experience working in a matrixed environment, and coordination of work across a large number of stakeholders
• 7+ years of experience working in financial institutions
• Experience managing a team and/or leading complex projects
• Proficient in risk management methodologies

Nice-to-have

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to partner with multiple stakeholders  
• Strong ability to influence, motivate, effect change or challenge others
• Ability to transform overarching objectives into executable plan
• Graduate degree or equivalent experience  
• Designation associated with Risk Management such as CRM

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. 

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

Job Skills

Business Process Design, Decision Making, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Operational Risks, Risk Control, Risk Management, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

20 KING ST W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeGROUP RISK MANAGEMENTRegularSalaried2025-09-032025-09-18

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.