Royal Bank of Canada

Director, Enterprise Strategic Insights & Performance Management

Royal Bank of Canada$125K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, banking, performance management, investor relations, or financial services.
  • CFA, CPA, or equivalent designation required.
  • High initiative with the ability to synthesize insights from multiple data sources.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and building new narratives.
  • Deep understanding of performance metrics and executive decision-making processes.
  • Skilled in translating financial data into concise messaging and actionable advice.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop the strategic narrative to shape leadership's understanding of competitive positioning.
  • Prepare executive briefs and board presentations translating analysis into clear recommendations.
  • Synthesize performance data, competitive intelligence, and market trends to identify strategic risks and opportunities.
  • Challenge conventional thinking to inform executive decisions with fresh perspectives.
  • Pioneer AI and advanced analytics to uncover hidden patterns in enterprise data.
  • Translate complex AI/ML outputs into strategic narratives that drive executive action.
  • Lead strategic projects across the enterprise and drive alignment to execute on priorities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Supportive leaders who foster your development through coaching and management opportunities.
  • Opportunity to make a difference and leave a lasting impact.
  • Agile, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.
  • Direct interface with senior-level executives across diverse organizational segments.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Join RBC's Enterprise Performance Management team to provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership, including the CFO, Group Executives, and Board of Directors. You will help to shape the strategic narrative that drives critical business decisions by synthesizing enterprise performance, competitive intelligence, and market dynamics into forward-looking insights. Operating at the intersection of data, strategy, and executive influence, you'll work across all platforms and business segments to identify strategic opportunities, challenge assumptions, and drive enterprise-wide impact through compelling storytelling and analytical rigor.

What will you do?

Strategic Insights & Performance Measurement
  • Develop the strategic narrative that frames how leadership understands RBC's competitive position and future trajectory
  • Prepare executive briefs and board presentations that turn complex analysis into clear recommendations
  • Synthesize enterprise performance data, competitive intelligence, and market trends to surface strategic opportunities and risks before they materialize
  • Challenge conventional thinking and provide fresh perspectives that inform executive decisions


AI-Powered Strategic Insights
  • Pioneer the use of AI and advanced analytics to uncover hidden patterns and strategic opportunities in enterprise data
  • Translate complex AI/ML outputs into compelling strategic narratives and actionable recommendations that drive C-suite action
  • Position RBC at the forefront of data-driven strategic decision-making


Cross-Enterprise Execution & Delivery
  • Lead strategic projects across the enterprise and deliver results on tight deadlines
  • Drive alignment across business segments to execute on enterprise priorities
  • Influence stakeholders without direct authority to achieve strategic outcomes
  • Ensure high-quality output under pressure with competing demands


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, banking, performance management, investor relations, or financial services.
  • CFA, CPA, or equivalent designation.
  • High degree of initiative and ability to synthesize insights from multiple data sources including performance metrics, competitive intelligence, and market trends.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and building new narratives.
  • Deep understanding of performance metrics, and executive decision-making processes.
  • Ability to convert financial data and knowledge into clear and concise messaging with actionable advice for business partners.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and influence without direct authority across diverse stakeholder groups
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfort in presenting to and advising executives.


Nice-to-have
  • MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
  • Experience with competitive intelligence functions
  • Familiarity with AI/ML capabilities and data analytics tools
  • Translating data and AI outputs into compelling strategic narratives that influence enterprise-wide decisions.
  • Understanding of banking regulatory environment and financial reporting


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 and flexible benefits
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Work in an agile, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • The opportunity to interface with senior level executives from many different parts of the organization


Job Skills
Accounting, Business Analytics, Decision Making, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Interpersonal Relationships, Organizational Leadership, Team Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

OFFICE OF THE CFO

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-18

Application Deadline:

2026-09-01
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

About Royal Bank of Canada

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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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