Vice President - Project Manager - Business Transformation Group

What is the Opportunity?

The Business Transformation Group (BTG) supports Capital Markets by partnering closely with the Front Office, as well as Functional teams, to enable change by executing business-driven transformation. RBC's Capital Markets businesses consists of Equities, Fixed Income, Central Funding, Treasury, and Corporate & Investment Banking segments. This role primarily supports US Capital Markets initiatives, with support provided for global initiatives when applicable, and sits within the Office of the COO.

The candidate for this role will contribute to the overall Business Transformation Program Portfolio, working in the capacity of a Project Manager. The candidate will design, implement, and maintain front-to-back project plans that align with future-state corporate strategy, including both regulatory and business innovation initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 8 - 12 years of experience, and preferably have a background in the financial services industry.

*Please note that this is a hybrid role. The expectation is that the incumbent will work 3 days from the office.

What will you do?

Develop strong working relationships with internal partners and stakeholders, including the Front Office, Functional teams, and RBC segments Engage in project forecasting and development sessions, including but not limited to strategic planning, tactical planning, and budgeting Facilitate project deliverables, i.e. the creation of relevant project and program planning documentation associated with achieving stated business requirements Manage all front-to-back aspects of a project to ensure that milestones are implemented, accepted, and accomplished within a set deadline Lead Working Group meetings with cross functional teams to deliver results, triage issues, and drive progress Prepare senior management meeting materials, such as Steering Committee and Executive Committee meetings, as well as other regularly scheduled program forums Provide scenario analysis to monitor workstream milestones to ensure that project plans are maintained and that tasks are on-track Perform risk assessments in order to identify potential risks / opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies Successfully deliver the implementation of all project objectives and ensure business stakeholders are well-informed of the future-state benefits

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor's Degree, with a focus in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field preferred
• 8 - 12 years of experience, preferably in the financial services industry
• Prior project management experience, with a demonstrated track record of leadership, problem solving, and relationship management

• Advanced proficiency with Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, SharePoint, JIRA, and Confluence
• Ability to partner with and influence senior business stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Strong knowledge of Capital Markets products (i.e. Derivatives, Loans, etc.) preferred

Who are your key partners?

• Global Business Transformation Group (BTG) colleagues
• Senior Project Managers within Capital Markets
• Business Managers for the various Capital Markets businesses i.e. Equities, Fixed Income, etc.
• Functional teams, i.e. Operations, Finance, Compliance, Technology, etc.
• Third Party Consultants and Consulting Firms

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 include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
• 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 build close relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000 USD, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

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

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

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