Royal Bank of Canada

Associate Director, Market Risk Capital (CCAR & FRTB)

Royal Bank of Canada$120K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Engineering, or a quantitative field
  • 4+ years of investment banking experience with exposure to CCAR and FRTB
  • Strong knowledge of market risk management frameworks (Basel III/IV)
  • Experienced in CCAR submission processes and FRB supervisory expectations
  • Proficient in data analysis using Python and SQL

Responsibilities

  • Lead Global Market Shock and Internal Market Shock stress testing under CCAR
  • Collaborate with IT on FRTB calculation and reporting capability implementation
  • Establish FRTB reporting and governance processes
  • Enhance data models and UI functionalities
  • Document methodologies and system processes for regulatory compliance
  • Prepare committee and FRB meeting materials
  • Analyze regulatory guidance and support audits

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program with competitive compensation
  • 401(k) with company-matching contributions
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Supportive leadership development through coaching
  • Opportunities to make a significant impact and work collaboratively
  • Challenging work and strong client relationship building opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

The Associate Director, Market Risk Capital (CCAR & FRTB) will lead the implementation and execution of Global Market Shock and Internal Market Shock stress testing processes under CCAR, as well as support the build-out of FRTB calculation and reporting capabilities for the US IHC. The role involves partnering with IT on system implementation, UAT testing, and data model enhancements, while establishing governance frameworks, covered position identification processes, and regulatory controls. The individual will develop supporting documentation, prepare materials for committee and FRB meetings, and monitor regulatory developments to support audits and examinations. Candidates should have 5+ years of investment banking experience in CCAR stress testing, FRTB, or Market Risk, with strong technical skills in Python and SQL, and excellent communication abilities.

What will you do?
  • Support the implementation and execution of the Global Market Shock (GMS) and Internal Market Shock stress testing processes under CCAR, including scenario application, results validation, and regulatory submissions - 25%
  • Analyze enterprise FRTB build requirements and partner with IT to implement IHC FRTB calculation and reporting capabilities, including performing UAT testing and validation - 20%
  • Establish and maintain FRTB covered position identification, reporting, and governance processes; support the development of the regulatory governance framework including target operating models, roles and responsibilities, and process controls - 15%
  • Assess and enhance the current data model and UI functionalities; build benchmarking tools and support the establishment of "Risk not in SA" processes - 10%
  • Create and maintain documentation including methodology documents, system lineage diagrams, process flows, and other materials required for regulatory compliance - 15%
  • Prepare presentations and materials for committee meetings and FRB engagements; coordinate across functions to establish or enhance controls - 10%
  • Review supervisory guidance and industry developments to identify regulatory requirements and best practices; provide support for risk and control self-assessments, internal audits, and regulatory examinations - 5%


What do you need to succeed?
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Engineering, or a quantitative field
  • 4+ years of experience at an Investment Bank with exposure to CCAR stress testing, FRTB implementation, Capital Management, Regulatory Capital, or Market Risk
  • Strong knowledge of market risk management frameworks (Basel III/IV, FRTB, VaR, sensitivities/Greeks) and stress testing methodologies (GMS/IMS)
  • Understanding of financial products (rates, credit, equity, FX, commodities) and their valuation methodologies
  • Experience with CCAR submission processes and FRB supervisory expectations
  • Strong data analysis skills including experience with Python, SQL, and Excel for analyzing large datasets
  • Experience with Business Intelligence tools (Tableau, OBI) and familiarity with market risk platforms
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to prepare materials for senior management and regulators
  • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into detailed technical specifications and governance frameworks
  • Autonomous, highly motivated, and able to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines


What's in it for you?

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
  • 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 do challenging work.
  • Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.


The expected salary range for this particular position is $120,000-$200,000 (New York) depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:
  • Drives RBC's high-performance culture
  • Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
  • Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value


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Job Skills
Decision Making, Financial Instruments, Group Problem Solving, Market Risk, Performance Management (PM), Resource Coordination, Risk Management, Waterfall Model

Additional Job Details

Address:

BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK

City:

New York

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-05-26

Application Deadline:

2026-08-01
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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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