Job DescriptionWhat Is the Opportunity?Virtual assets present complex and evolving financial crimes challenges for global financial institutions. This role offers the opportunity to lead RBC's strategic response to money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, and other financial crimes risks in the virtual asset ecosystem—working directly with senior executives, regulators, and industry peers to shape how a major global bank manages these threats effectively.What will you do?Develop forward-looking strategies for virtual asset financial crimes risk managementInform, maintain, and monitor RBC's financial crimes risk appetite for virtual asset clients, products, and servicesRecommend appropriate, risk-based controls aligned with risk appetite decisionsMonitor and assess emerging risks, technologies, industry trends, and regulatory developmentsWork with advisory functions, compliance teams, and technology to support the evolution of KYC, CDD, EDD, and CRR policies and methodologies for virtual assetsIntegrate virtual asset strategy across the enterprise financial crimes programCoordinate and enable business objectives by partnering with business, product, and technology teamsShape policy as a key stakeholder on virtual asset financial crime policiesRepresent RBC in industry forums and contribute to shaping virtual asset standardsOversee reporting to executives, internal audit, and external regulatorsWhat do you need to succeed?5-10 years of financial crimes risk management experienceDemonstrated expertise in virtual asset and emerging technology risksProven track record developing or supporting risk-based strategies and designing controlsFinancial crimes investigative experience, with exposure to virtual asset risksParticipation in industry forums, regulatory working groups, or thought leadership on emerging financial crimes and virtual asset risksExpertise:Significant understanding of the virtual asset ecosystem (technologies, service providers, integrated business models)Strong knowledge of Financial Crimes Risk Management (AML, Terrorist Financing, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption)Understanding of how risk appetite aligns with business objectivesDemonstrated ability to stay current on regulatory and technological developmentsSkills & Attributes:Strategic thinking and ability to translate complex compliance challenges into actionable strategiesProven ability to drive impact and influence through effective communication and collaborative partnershipsExpert ability to identify and articulate risk-based decisions including risk tolerance, metrics, trends, deficiencies, and opportunitiesExperience conducting or directing analytic insights to identify opportunities and drive business valueStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to operate effectively in ambiguity and drive clarity in an evolving regulatory landscapeDemonstrated ability to manage complex projects and coordinate requirements across multiple stakeholdersEducation:Post-secondary education or equivalentPreferred: Graduate degree (MBA or relevant subject matter), AML & Technical Certifications, Project Management CertificationsWhat’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 applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging workOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesOpportunities to building close relationships with clientsAccess to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographiesJob Skills Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business Perspective, Client Counseling, Communication, Cryptocurrency, Decision Making, Digital Assets, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Stablecoin, Strategic ThinkingAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENTJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-04-10Application Deadline: 2026-04-28Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. 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