Royal Bank of Canada

Associate Director, Operational Resilience and BCM Central

Royal Bank of Canada$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years in Operational Risk or Business Continuity Management within financial services
  • Proven documentation management skills for governance and compliance
  • Experience facilitating meetings with senior stakeholders
  • Strong analytical skills for governance process assessment
  • Project management experience with task coordination
  • Familiarity with risk management practices
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Risk Management

Responsibilities

  • Execute Business Continuity Management (BCM) strategies and procedures
  • Conduct BCM assessments and evaluate third-party resilience
  • Provide coaching to BCM advisors and engage operational stakeholders
  • Organize forums for effective collaboration and information sharing
  • Identify opportunities to enhance BCM processes and efficiency
  • Compile operational data and prepare performance dashboards
  • Manage team operations to ensure alignment and accountability

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Opportunities for coaching and mentoring from leaders
  • Ability to impact organizational resilience at RBC
  • Dynamic and collaborative team environment
  • Influence governance frameworks at the enterprise level
  • Flexible work arrangements with required office presence
  • Progressive, inclusive workplace culture aligned with RBC's values
Full Job Description
Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Enterprise Chief Controls Office (ECCO) is seeking an Associate Director to support the execution and enhancement of Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Operational Resilience strategies across RBC's platforms. In this role, you will drive operational efficiency through process improvements, data-driven reporting, and effective stakeholder engagement-overseeing assessments, third-party evaluations, and team leadership. You'll partner with platform and business unit teams to elevate BCM quality, ensure business consistency, and establish RBC as best-in-class in organizational preparedness and response to disruptions while supporting compliance with regulatory requirements

WHAT WILL YOU DO?
  • Execute and support the implementation of BCM and Operational Resilience strategies and procedures within assigned domains
  • Conduct Business Continuity Management assessments and support evaluation of third-party supplier resilience arrangements; coordinate and participate in joint testing activities
  • Provide coaching and advice to BCM advisors and maintain strong working relationships with operational stakeholders, risk experts, and platform leadership to support resilience assessments and continuous improvement
  • Organize and coordinate working groups, advisory sessions, and stakeholder forums to ensure effective collaboration and information sharing
  • Support the identification and implementation of opportunities to enhance BCM processes, leverage technology solutions, and improve operational efficiency
  • Compile operational data, metrics, and progress updates on assigned BCM initiatives; prepare performance dashboards, status reports, and supporting materials for management reviews
  • Assist with data analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for program enhancement and stakeholder communication
  • Manage team operations and internal communications to ensure effective team functioning and accountability; track action items to completion and maintain team alignment on program objectives
  • Design and maintain communication tools, including RBC Connect, SharePoint, and other collaboration platforms


WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:
  • 7-10 years of experience in Operational Risk, Business Continuity Management, Incident Management, or Operational Resilience within a financial services or large corporate environment
  • Proven ability to manage and organize documentation and records related to governance and compliance
  • Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, or forums, and engaging effectively with senior stakeholders
  • Strong analytical skills to assess governance processes and identify areas for improvement
  • Experience in project management or supporting project teams, including task coordination and timeline management
  • Familiarity with risk management practices and protocols, particularly in governance contexts
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field


Nice-to-have:
  • MBA, CRM, PMP, GRC, or other related professional designations
  • Detail-oriented mindset with precision in maintaining accuracy and compliance in documentation
  • Experience managing multiple priorities and driving governance initiatives efficiently
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with executives, board members, and key stakeholders across the enterprise


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, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities
  • The ability to make a meaningful impact on organizational resilience and business continuity across one of Canada's leading financial institutions
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team within the Enterprise Chief Controls Office
  • Opportunities to influence governance frameworks and risk management processes at the enterprise level
  • Flexible work arrangements with minimum 3-4 days per week office presence
  • A progressive, inclusive workplace culture aligned with RBC's values: Client First, Collaboration, Accountability, Diversity & Inclusion, and Integrity


Job Skills
Analytical Thinking, Business Continuity, Business Management, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Crisis Management, Facilitation, Operational Resilience, Operational Risks

Additional Job Details

Address:

BAY WELLINGTON TOWER, 181 BAY ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-06-24

Application Deadline:

2026-07-15
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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