Director, Wealth Management Regulatory Initiatives, Operational Risk and Shared Services

Director, Wealth Management Regulatory Initiatives, Operational Risk and Shared Services Join RBC and apply for the Director, Wealth Management Regulatory Initiatives, Operational Risk and Shared Services role. What is the opportunity? The Director, Regulatory Initiatives, will provide Wealth Management’s Operational Risk management leadership with expertise, strategy, advice and counsel to lead and manage regulatory change and risk‑based initiatives for Wealth Management Businesses. This includes portfolio management as well as the design and execution of regulatory programs which will include risk and control identification/assessment, change management, risk reviews on the operational risk impact of major change initiatives, process improvements and transformational projects. The Director will implement the organization’s strategic efforts to comply with governmental and other regulatory mandates and to identify and adopt best practices for organizational governance. What will you do? Lead, execute and deliver regulatory initiatives for Wealth Management businesses and provide regular reporting. Assist the Senior Director, Head of Regulatory Initiatives in managing new and ongoing cross‑segment or cross‑line‑of‑business regulatory initiatives, or other specific WM risk initiatives. Assist the VP WM Operational Risk in managing operational risk, regulatory and governance strategic priorities. Act as a centre of excellence for education and advocacy of information on RBC’s operational risk management practices and programs, leading to embedding an operational risk mindset in the business. Develop and execute on portfolio management, project plans, including influencing stakeholder buy‑in on action plans. Lead targeted ad‑hoc reviews through planning, execution, reporting and identifying high‑risk issues reflecting on risk and root causes. Prepare management‑requested reports for senior executives and the management team within WM to enable strategic decision‑making. What do you need to succeed? Minimum 10 years of experience in leading projects, designing strategy, regulatory reporting, business operations, risk management, or compliance roles within large global organizations. Strong execution mindset and capabilities; seeks solutions and delivers results. Proven complex problem‑solving skills, project management and ability to lead and direct others. Stakeholder management – able to influence colleagues, peers and senior leaders while appropriately considering the views and opinions of others. Communicates clearly, concisely and confidently. Knowledge of securities law and regulatory environment in Canada. Financial services sector experience; flexibility to adapt to a complex, challenging and cross‑functional environment; primary lead for initiatives and projects. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and consistency and accuracy in output. Nice to have Law degree, or CA, PMP or background in securities industry with an accredited designation. Knowledge of wealth management, specifically investor services and asset‑management business. Understanding of regulatory environment and key regulations such as CIRO regulatory rules, anti‑money laundering requirements, consumer protection, etc. CSC completion. People‑management skills; management experience. What’s in it for you? A comprehensive total rewards program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions and stock where applicable. Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Ability to make a difference and lasting impact. Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high‑performing team. Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities. Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies. Job skills Business perspective, business risks, change management, cross‑team collaboration, organizational governance, process management, program management, risk management, strategic decisions, strategic thinking, taking initiative. Additional job details Address: 180 Wellington St W, Toronto City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment type: Full time Platform: Wealth Management Job type: Regular Pay type: Salaried Posted date: 2025‑10‑13 Application deadline: 2025‑12‑13 Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment At 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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