Associate Director, Operational Risk

Royal Bank of Canada View all jobs

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?The GRM Operational Risk Reporting Team is responsible for the effective articulation of RBC’s Operational Risk profile to the Board and RBC senior executive teams. As an Associate Director, Operational Risk Reporting you will continuously develop and evolve best in class data and reporting processes, Enterprise reporting practices, exercise influence and provide guidance & support for regional and business level integration. You will work closely with the Operational Risk leadership team, and collaborates widely across Operational Risk community as well as Enterprise Risk counterparts. You will also leverage data as a foundation for enriching reporting.What will you do?
  • Lead the Ongoing Evolution of RBC’s Operational Risk Management Reporting Practices:
  • Manage the execution of a reporting infrastructure to help deliver on requirements for senior leaders
  • Manage the quarterly production of Operational Risk reports for RBC and select material regions; seek continuous enhancements for a streamlined and efficient reporting process including information gathering, data analytics, content visualization and editing, etc.
  • Partner with key stakeholders and lead interlock discussions with Operational Risk leadership team in an effort to effectively articulate RBC’s risk profile with forward looking views.
  • Provide insight and execute peer comparison and other ad hoc risk analysis & reporting initiatives to support risk management activities, facilitate risk discussions and enable management actions.
  • Keep apprised of industry and regulatory developments, including emerging risk trends; be in a position of expertise in assessing and recommending best approaches for RBC to adopt by participating in industry forums and interbank working groups.
  • Operate as One OR, and leverage the value in unit, department, and enterprise-wide teams to develop better solutions and achieve optimal risk management results.
  • Support a culture of integrity, diversity and inclusion while demonstrating behaviors that align to RBC’s Code of Conduct and Leadership Model.
  • Advocate for collaboration and accountability across teams, and be a positive influence to an engaged workforce who are committed, effective and adaptable.
  • Act as a change agent and help lead the behavioral and cultural embedding of risk awareness while continuing to earn the right to be our clients’ first choice.
  • Enhance processes to gain efficiencies and to unlock the power of data in all our processes and reporting.
What do you need to succeed?Must-have
  • Reporting Automation, Strong analytical, writing, content visualizing and editing skills.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and other reporting/presentation/analytical tools is a must.
  • 5 years’ experience with using data and data related tools to help enhance reporting and gain insights into topics.
  • Experience with building excel based macros or leverage the ability to build and maintain macros.
  • Experience working in a matrixed environment, and ability to coordinate complex work across a large group of stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail, diligence and diplomacy; capacity to prioritize, perform well under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines.
  • University education, preferably Graduate degree with a focus in business or related field or professional designation associated with risk management.
Nice to have
  • Risk management or related field experience, knowledge of financial services products, processes, and regulatory environment.
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 and competitive compensation
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Opportunities to do challenging work
Job Skills Business Process Design, Decision Making, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Operational Risks, Risk Control, Risk Management, TeamworkAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENTJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-04-07Application Deadline: 2026-04-22Note: 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. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

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