Royal Bank of Canada

Director, Client and Climate Modelling

Royal Bank of Canada • $120K — $150K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in data science or analytics roles
  • Proven expertise in model development and data management
  • Strong programming skills in Python
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and execution of climate and client modeling solutions
  • Translate complex business requirements into practical analytics solutions
  • Integrate models into analytics products for enterprise-wide use
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for alignment and execution
  • Deliver clear presentations and executive briefings to stakeholders
  • Stay current with best practices in modeling methodologies and technologies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Supportive leadership focused on development
  • Opportunity to create a significant impact
  • Collaborative and high-performing team environment
  • Engagement in challenging and meaningful work
  • Pathway for increased responsibilities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Client Data and Enterprise Climate Data, you will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of modelling solutions that enable RBC to deliver on its client and climate enterprise strategic priorities. You will develop and implement models and data-driven solutions that power key metrics and enable high-impact use across our lines of business.

What will you do?
  • Lead the development, validation, enhancement, and implementation of climate and client models (e.g., LLMs, neural networks, and structured methods) supporting RBC's climate and client strategic priorities.
  • Translate uncertain, complex and evolving business and regulatory requirements into robust analytics solutions with tangible business value.
  • Integrate models as core elements of analytics products used across the enterprise.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across our lines of business and functions to ensure alignment and execution.
  • Communicate clearly and persuasively with stakeholders, especially through crisp, insight-rich presentations and executive briefings.
  • Stay at the forefront of external best practices, modeling methodologies, and technology trends.


What do you need to succeed?

Must have:
  • Manages data science initiatives of significant complexity, applying advanced technical expertise to solve abstract problems, and making independent decisions across business units for climate and client use cases
  • Drives innovation across areas of responsibility identifying opportunities for making operational changes and practices, solving highly complex problems broadly related to data science
  • Experience with programming languages like python and strong knowledge and experience in Model Development, Data Management and Model Governance
  • Effective communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving and fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have:
  • Master's or PhD in a quantitative, technical, or interdisciplinary discipline (e.g., Statistics, Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Climate Science, Computer Science).
  • Experience in consulting or enterprise strategy roles, especially within data, sustainability, or finance domains.
  • Familiarity with climate and sustainability metrics (e.g., financed emissions, scenario modeling, transition alignment) and the foundational methodologies that underpin these metrics (e.g., PCAF, GHG Protocol).
  • Experience working with client data masters and client matching


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 do challenging work
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities


Job Skills
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data Management, Data Mining, Data Science, Decision Making, Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Predictive Analytics, Python (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis

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:

2026-07-14

Application Deadline:

2026-08-14
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

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86,007 employees
Market Cap
$130.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+8.7%
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