Associate Director – Portfolio Delivery Lead

Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?PurposeLead and manage overall execution of the Business & Client Services (BCS) Funding & Liquidity change portfolioOversee projects to successful completion by resourcing and providing guidance to staff where necessaryIntegrate new processes, products, and businesses into the BCS platformWhat will you do?Primary ResponsibilitiesPortfolio and Project Management:Oversee and guide multiple in-flight projects throughout the project lifecycle by providing direction to resources and project partners with a view to successful project executionCollaborate with, and provide portfolio transparency to, BCS Funding & Liquidity stakeholders and project partnersProvide leadership on large-scale initiatives in a Program Lead capacity where requiredEnsure portfolio governance, from regular project calls to artefact management, is adhered to in a timely, accurate and transparent mannerManage all portfolio financial governance activities in alignment with PAR and capex plansCoordinate annual portfolio capex planning, including cost / benefits analysis with the broader Business Process & Digital Transformation and Business Management teamsParticipate in and support any business unit sponsored projects that impact BCSLead functional reviews primarily focused on productivity improvements as required by individual projects or as requested by BCS managementEscalate roadblocks to BCS management as requiredIdentify process improvement / reengineering opportunities through streamlining, simplification, elimination of redundancies/overlaps, improved capacity utilization, automation, outsourcing, standardization, etcEnsure effective execution of analysis and requirements gathering by team membersProvide input to Business Architecture decisions and processRepresent PCM in joint CM / WM / IT committeesAssist in the procurement of consultant support including documenting SOW deliverablesAssist the Global Head of Portfolio & Change Management, in management responsibilities for the departmentManagement of Project Resources:Add talented project resources as project demand dictates, maintaining appropriate mix of FTE and contractors, PMs / BAs in doing so cultivating and maintaining an effective and motivated change delivery teamAssign staff to initiatives in alignment with business priorities and financial plans to ensure successful project executionDevelop skills and competencies of staff by utilizing training programs pertaining to requirements gathering, use case preparation, UAT activities and the RBC Project Management FrameworkProvide coaching and direction to staff for project related work; identify and foster development opportunities for their professional growthEnsure monthly financial recovery of staff time via MIS or similar toolsRelationship Management:In conjunction with BCS management, liaise with businesses, technology and other project partners on Capital Markets and Business Unit initiatives that impact BCSWhat you need to succeed?QualificationsMust have:Significant project management-related experience e.g. Portfolio Manager, Program Lead, Project ManagerProven people management & development skills; ability to work effectively in a project team environment, demonstrated facilitation and leadership skills, strong listening and interview skillsCapable of building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders across the enterpriseGood working knowledge of Capital Markets operational functions and processesDetailed understanding of the fundamentals of Capital Markets trading and the transaction lifecycleFamiliarity with regional differences in operational processing within RBC Capital MarketsSelf-motivated, able to work independently and within a teamAbility to prioritize, plan and execute work to meet tight deadlinesStrong innovative, problem-solving, and analytical skills; a self-starter capable of functioning in an autonomous mannerProvide concise and effective updates to the Global Head of Portfolio & Change Management and project partnersNice to have:Capital Markets operations experience, ideally in funding, liquidity, collateral, margin and cash management activitiesUnderstanding of RBC Capital Markets organizational structure - front office sales and trading, middle office, product control, BCS, regulatory/compliance, etc.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 compensationLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to do challenging workFlexible work/life balance optionsJob SkillsAdaptability, Budgeting, Business Oriented, Cross-Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Information Technology (IT) Projects, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Resource Management, Vision AlignmentAdditional Job DetailsAddress:90 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORDCity:BedfordCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:CAPITAL MARKETSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2025-10-20Application 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. 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