Royal Bank of Canada

Director, Worker Screening and Onboarding Governance

Royal Bank of Canada • $125K — $150K *
Vancouver, BC V5K 5J9In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Strategic thinking and implementation skills aligned with organizational goals.
  • Proven leadership experience in cross-functional teams and process enhancements.
  • Demonstrated innovation and process improvement in large organizations.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Strong presentation and storytelling skills suited for senior and external audiences.
  • Analytical acumen for benefit realization and success measurement of initiatives.
  • In-depth understanding of risk, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the design authority for standardized worker screening and onboarding processes.
  • Develop a comprehensive control framework for identity verification and background checks.
  • Oversee the Worker Screening Change Program to enhance process effectiveness.
  • Establish and chair the Global Service & Controls Governance Committee.
  • Coordinate audit finding remediation and maintain audit-ready documentation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize HR Operations initiatives.
  • Conduct regular assessments of compliance and oversee issue remediation.

Benefits

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program with flexible benefits.
  • Supportive leaders focused on your development and growth opportunities.
  • Opportunity to create a significant and lasting impact.
  • Dynamic and collaborative high-performing team environment.
  • Access to a world-class training program in financial services.
  • Chance to engage in challenging projects.
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Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

RBC offers an exciting role as a Director, Worker Screening & Onboarding Governance. In this role you will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of globally consistent worker screening and onboarding processes and controls. This role serves as the design authority and control steward for all geographic regions, ensuring alignment with RBC's relevant policies, Operational Risk Framework, regulatory requirements, and service quality standards.

What will you do?
  • Act as the design authority of globally standardized worker screening and onboarding processes and associated controls aligned with RBC's policies and regulatory requirements
  • Develop comprehensive control framework for HR Operations addressing identity verification, background checks, pre-employment and periodic screening, data integrity, and segregation of duties
  • Oversee Worker Screening Change Program which includes Onboarding Process Redesign initiatives to improve speed, consistency, control effectiveness, and compliance
  • Establish and chair Global Service & Controls Governance Committee with geographic leads to review KPI, assess regional compliance, address deviations, oversee issue remediation, and escalate material issues
  • Lead the coordination of audit finding remediation including tracking of timely and quality remediation, maintenance of audit-ready documentation for evidence validation and examination and associated oversight reporting for senior leadership awareness.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to inform prioritization of HR Operations initiatives against strategic alignment, maximum impact, and delivery requirements


What do you need to succeed?

Must have:
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement comprehensive innovation strategies that align with organizational goals.
  • Leadership: Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements.
  • Proven track record of driving innovation and process improvements in a large organization.
  • Communication: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with external stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Presentation Skills: Ability to effectively communicate innovation strategies and plans to senior leaders, stakeholders, and external partners.
  • Storytelling: Ability to craft and deliver compelling stories that illustrate the value and impact of innovation initiatives.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct benefit realization analysis and measure the success of change initiatives.
  • Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Expertise: Strong understanding of enterprise ORM principles, KRI development, and risk appetite definition. Ability to translate risk requirements into effective, testable controls; design control matrices and risk/control alignment
  • Change Management: Experience in managing and implementing change initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with HR systems, processes, and technologies to drive innovation and improvement.


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.
  • A world-class training program in financial services.
  • Opportunities to do challenging work.


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Job Skills
Audit Remediation, Business Oriented, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Creative Visioning, Decision Making, HR: Trends and Direction, Human Resources Policies, Influential Leadership, Operational Governance, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Program Management, Regulatory Remediation, Strategic Influence, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCC

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-28

Application Deadline:

2026-09-18
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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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.

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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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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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Size
86,007 employees
Market Cap
$130.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+8.7%
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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