Director, Enterprise Client Data Strategy

Job Description What is the opportunity?As part of Chief Data Office, Enterprise Client Data team, the Director, Enterprise Client Data Strategy you will drive RBC`s client data ambition working closely with CDO, Business Platforms and functional partners.You will be responsible to help drive the overall Enterprise Client Data program, from strategy to roadmap, business case and investments portfolio. You will lead the facilitation of the Client Data Enable forum and business engagements to enable cross-segment collaboration, coordination, and “cross pollination”/reuse of use cases.Additionally, you will help Expand the Enterprise Client Data Strategy to incorporate and address counterparty and other party relationship needs across RBC.What will you do?Enterprise Client Data Strategy:Design and maintain a comprehensive Enterprise Client Data Strategy with appropriate stakeholdersDevelop and maintain a business case and an investment roadmap for Enterprise Client Data ensuring appropriate targeted investmentDefine and measure KPIs to demonstrate progress and value created through client dataTrack emerging innovations and competitive practices related to Client DataMaintain a pipeline / backlog of offerings and potential data products working with key stakeholders across the bankLead Client/Counterparty Data Issues review forumExpanded Strategy to address counterparty and other party relationships needs for RBCStrategic InitiativesCoordinate the development and maintenance of the portfolio of Enterprise Client Data products and initiativesAct as a COE for Business and Functional Partners in the context of Cross-Platform client data sharing / usageOversee the delivery of prioritized ‘Proof-of-Value’ initiatives in partnership with the CDO and Platform Data teamsWorks closely with Data Product Owners to develop long term product Visions, ensuring strategic alignment and support business / stakeholder engagement where requiredEngagement & CommunicationLead the delivery of the Enterprise Client Data Enablement Forum, working with Platform partners to understand, document and identify opportunities to enable their Cross-Platform Client Data needsParticipate in relevant Enterprise & LOB forums as a delegate and advocate for the ECD programHelp the overall change management journey towards data centricity working with communication to tell the ‘Enterprise client data story’What do you need to succeed?Must-haveBachelor's Degree7 or more years of Financial Services experience7 or more years of experience in a Strategy, Portfolio, Project and/or Product management related role(s)Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills with impact and influence to drive outcomesExperience in developing client data solutions and processesStrong knowledge of strategy, and business casingSignificant knowledge and understanding of Client data and Client lifecycle managementExcellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executives and senior leadershipExperience managing strategy teams and engagementsNice-to-haveAbility to effectively gather stakeholder needs and problem statements and translate them into workable solutions and initiativesExperience with strategic thinking, competitive research and analysisStrong knowledge of portfolio management and scorecard tracking with a value creation perspectiveStrong collaboration and partnership / relationship management skills with the ability to manage ambiguityEffective time management, multi-tasking and organizational skills to meet tight timeframes as well as flexibility to adapt to changing prioritiesWorks strategically, stretching beyond traditional information management practices, leveraging industry leading and innovative approaches to solving data challengesExperience in Agile / Product OwnershipCredit risk, counterparty risk, market risk understandingWhat’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 servicesOpportunities to do challenging workOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesJob SkillsConsulting, Critical Thinking, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Storytelling, Data Strategies, Enterprise Data Strategy, Information Management Strategy, Long Term Planning, Master Data Management (MDM), Product Management, Strategic Planning, Strategy DevelopmentAdditional Job DetailsAddress:BAY WELLINGTON TOWER, 181 BAY ST:TORONTOCity:TorontoCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRPJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2025-12-15Application Deadline:2026-01-30Note: 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 jobs.rbc.com.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.