Senior Manager Audit Lead

OverviewInternal Audit (IA), a division within RBC, provides independent, objective risk assessment and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management practices, internal controls and governance processes for all areas of RBC. IA works with Management in achieving business objectives by ensuring appropriate remedial action to improve operations in areas with identified weaknesses, while remaining independent and objective. The Centralized Testing Group operates within IA under a cross functional auditor resource model to support various internal audit engagements, regulatory engagements, risk monitoring efforts and other operations within the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) Group.As Senior Manager Audit Lead in the Centralized Testing Group (CTG), you will work with the Business Audit Team on a rotational basis to co-lead and execute audit engagements and other projects to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and corporate governance processes.What will you do?IA Business Audit TeamUsing a risk-based approach, co-lead all aspects of core assurance audits including planning, execution and reporting and other projects.Develop and execute audit programs and procedures to assess design and operating effectiveness of controls.Manage a team of professional auditors assigned to the engagement and review all audit work for sufficient scope, accuracy and alignment with Internal Audit methodology. Ensure adequate coverage of key risk areas to support an overall opinion on internal controls and risk management practices to Senior Management.Manage assigned working papers and ensure the sufficiency and appropriateness of the evidence obtained to support the conclusion.Draft audit issues and support management in developing robust action plans to address identified control deficiencies, as well as overall audit conclusions based on control strengths and weaknesses.Contribute to development and execution of quarterly Continuous Risk Monitoring (CRM) to produce risk and control insights for business partners and increase Audit’s efficiency and effectiveness.Contribute to the annual audit planning including auditable entities risk assessment process where needed. Identify opportunities for Internal Audit to provide assurance or advisory services consistent with its role to evaluate and improve risk management, control, and governance processes.Build and maintain effective, positive, authentic and transparent working relationships within Audit, and key business stakeholders.Centralized Testing GroupContribute to the continuous improvement and evolution of the Senior Manager Audit Lead role through post audit engagement retrospectivesSupport Senior Director, Director and Senior Managers as neededParticipate in team events: Chief Operating Officer and CTG All Hands meetings, CTG Leadership events, team socialsWhat do you need to succeed?Must-have5+ years of relevant industry experience preferably in a large financial institution, Audit, Compliance, Risk Management functions, or the Big Four Consulting/Accounting firm.Deep understanding of risk management, risk and control concepts, with ability to evaluate materiality and significance of deviations, as well as strength of management practices.Ability to quickly understand the risks associated with new services, products and processes to formulate practical audit procedures.Strong emotional intelligence: leadership skills to motivate and deliver in a team engagement environment; and ability to multitask, prioritize and adapt to a fast-changing environment.Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with experience interacting with Senior Management and Executives.Excellent analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills and demonstrated critical thinking. Ability to clearly articulate complex matters into simple terms.Nice-to-have5+ years of experience working within or auditing Capital Markets with a good understanding of the risks associated with these services, products and processes.Post-graduate degree (e.g. MBA) or professional designation (e.g. CISA, CPA, CA).Experience in a financial institution, external audit firm, or technology company, dealing with multiple business platforms, business processes, geographies, and legal entities.Flexible mindset, with the ability to learn quickly and leverage skills in a dynamically changing 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 operate collaboratively in an office environment where we are onsite 3-4 days per week. 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 compensationLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesWork in a dynamic, collaborative, supportive, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities for growth, and opportunities to redefine audit approachesExcellent exposure to communicate with various business partners and stakeholdersJob SkillsJob SkillsAdaptability, Auditing, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Results-OrientedAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W, TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: INTERNAL AUDITJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-01-28Application Deadline: 2026-02-16Note: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr