Royal Bank of Canada

Director, Operations Business Administration

Royal Bank of Canada$160K — $230K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree or equivalent experience in securities, banking, or technology
  • 7+ years of experience in securities, banking, technology, or a related field
  • Must possess or acquire a securities license 7 or 99 within 120 days
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in managing teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage operations teams to ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with business lines and vendors
  • Oversee financial performance reporting and coordinate budget activities
  • Facilitate stakeholder communications and gather customer feedback
  • Define service delivery standards and manage service quality
  • Stay updated on industry regulations and emerging technologies
  • Advise on strategic decision-making and represent Operations in cross-departmental initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Supportive leaders focused on employee development
  • Opportunity to make a lasting impact and difference
  • Dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Challenging work opportunities
  • Pathway for progression into greater responsibilities
  • Access to a variety of job opportunities across the business
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

This position provides strategic and tactical direction and support for the Operations departments of Management Reporting, Financial Reporting & Budgeting, Employee Engagement & Communications, and Service Strategy & Solution Services to ensure overall performance meets or exceeds the established industry and company standards for service, innovation and professionalism. This position requires a thorough understanding of RBC US Wealth Management's strategic priorities, competitive advantages, and positioning within the industry to ensure optimal alignment of the departments' plans and priorities with those of the firm. This position interacts extensively with various business lines as well as the functional units within the firm, providing process and service support to both internal and external customers. The individual in this position is expected to be a knowledgeable senior level liaison for both Operations and RBC. Incumbent must understand regulatory and organizational risks associated with work processes, how work is processed from beginning to end, and dependencies to other areas and departments.

What will you do?
  • Department Management & Oversight - Lead and manage teams to meet industry standards, oversee complex processes, provide training and succession planning, monitor process effectiveness, ensure quality consistency, and serve as the escalation point for unresolved issues.
  • Stakeholder Relations - Act as senior Operations contact to business lines and functional units; establish and maintain relationships with clients, business lines, and external vendors.
  • Financial Management & Reporting - Oversee performance reporting to senior leadership, coordinate department budgets and financial forecasts, monitor spending, and provide variance analysis and strategic financial insights.
  • Communications & Employee Engagement - Communicate RBC's vision and organizational messaging, manage stakeholder communications, solicit customer feedback, foster positive workplace culture, and develop presentations for senior leadership.
  • Service Strategy & Quality Management - Define service delivery standards, manage service quality and customer satisfaction, direct solution development, and analyze processes to recommend and implement improvements.
  • Industry & Regulatory Awareness - Stay informed about industry regulations, trends, and emerging technologies relevant to operations.
  • Strategic Leadership & Advisory - Serve as senior advisor for cross-departmental decision-making, develop and execute business plans aligned with firm strategy, and represent Operations on cross-functional projects and committees.
  • Compliance & Change Management - Ensure adherence to firm and regulatory policies, and support employees through organizational transitions.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have
  • 4-year degree from an accredited university or equivalent OR High school diploma or equivalent AND 7+ years of securities, banking, technology and/or job specific industry experience
  • 7+ years prior securities, banking, technology industry and/or job specific related experience
  • Securities license 7 or 99 (or able to obtain license within 120 days)
  • 5+ years demonstrated and sound experience leading and managing a team


Nice-to-have
  • 4-year degree from an accredited university in business, finance or related field
  • 10+ years credit operations, project management, vendor management, analysis, and/or risk control experience


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, 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
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Opportunities to do challenging work
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
  • Access to a variety of job opportunities across business

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $160,000 - $230,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan. 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


Job Skills
Adaptability, Business Performance Management, Customer Service, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Delivery, Process Improvements, Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

250 NICOLLET MALL:MINNEAPOLIS

City:

Minneapolis

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-07-06

Application Deadline:

2026-08-17
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.

About Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada Careers

Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Royal Bank of Canada, we are not just hiring; we are building a culture of innovation and leadership. Our team members are at the forefront of the financial industry, driving transformation and delivering targeted solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.

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Kickstart your career with an internship at Royal Bank of Canada. Our internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and insights into the financial services industry. Interns at RBC gain the skills necessary to excel and are often considered for full-time positions within the company.

Benefits and Culture

At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Career Growth and Innovation

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is our strength. At Royal Bank of Canada, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected. Our diversity training programs are designed to educate and inspire, creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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