Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?As the Senior Director & Head, Research and Asset Allocation, you will lead a vertical in the Chief Investment Office of RBC Insurance, which focuses on the deployment of capital from the CIO office, including (but not limited to) investment grade public, private debt, infrastructure finance, private credit and structured product research.What will you do?Oversee staff that are responsible for the fundamentals analysis of credit exposure from a factor model perspective to CUSIP/loan level analyticsOversee staff that are responsible for the fundamental credit review of all capital deployment under the CIO purviewExecute private placement and external manager deploymentPresent a holistic credit strategy to the Global Investment Committees, Enterprise Risk Management and Insurance BoardsDrive thought leadership on asset allocation across general and passthrough accountsBe the face of the CIO group to street research, private placement, and alternative asset managersPartner with the trading team to develop execution strategies and propose ongoing portfolio optimization trades (within appropriate Asset Liability Management frameworks)Partner with the fund management group to ensure risk limit frameworks are in place to execute the strategyPartner with the data/analytics team to create analytical frameworks for credit exposure and develop ongoing reporting standardsWhat do you need to succeed?Must-haveTenured Buy or Sell Side Public Markets (Investment Grade/High Yield) Research ExperienceExperience in evaluating Public/Private/Alternative asset classesWorking knowledge of Data Science (Python, Snowflake, Tableau)Culture Carrier – leading by example with an inclusive, collaborative agile mindsetTechnical master’s degreeNice-to-haveCFA, CAIA DesignationsA portfolio of deployed alternative assets (direct or via external managers)Knowledge of structured product evaluation tools: Intex, Yieldbook, TheticaDeep understanding of CAR and LICAT capital guidelinesPeople Management ExperienceWhat’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 and competitive compensationRBCI software tools to boost your productivityLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesAccess to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographiesJob Skills Derivatives, Investment Consulting, Investment Performance Measurement, Investment Risk Management, Investments, Investments Analysis, Long Term Planning, Portfolio Management, Product Services, Risk ControlAdditional Job DetailsAddress: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: INSURANCEJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2025-09-04Application Deadline:Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveInclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt 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 .
