AI Program and Enablement Lead

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an AI Program and Enablement Lead to drive strategic initiatives focused on AI insights. This role involves extensive collaboration with senior leaders, managing communications, and ensuring successful program execution. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in change management, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for AI and data-driven solutions. Competitive salary along with flexible work options offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Access to AI tools

Flexible work/life balance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in change management or program delivery with Agile understanding.
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder management.
• Solid organizational and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of a cohesive AI events strategy.
• Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives.
• Identify potential issues and manage risks.

Skills

Change management

Program delivery

Stakeholder management

Agile practices

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

AI tools

Data analytics solutions

Job description

Overview

What Is The Opportunity?

The GFT Architecture and Enablement team is driving enterprise-wide initiatives as part of RBC’s strategic vision to become a global leader in AI insights. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI initiatives, enabling employees and unlocking the power of client data through a scalable data infrastructure and a unified AI insights platform.

As the AI Program and Enablement Lead, you will take ownership of strategically planning, coordinating, and managing the successful implementation of these transformative initiatives. You will lead, develop, and execute key activities while ensuring objectives are met on time and aligned with RBC’s broader goals. This role is ideal for someone passionate about AI, program and change management, and making a meaningful impact on the future of data-driven insights at RBC.

What Will You Do?

• Drive the execution of a cohesive AI events strategy aligned with GFT's AI vision and productivity objectives, while establishing success metrics for executive reporting.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with senior leaders, AI champions, and delivery teams, ensuring clear and effective communication at all levels.
• Design and implement multi-channel marketing strategies to enhance event visibility, expand audience reach, and boost participation.
• Develop and execute comprehensive change management plans, including planning and delivering all related communications.
• Collaborate on cross-functional enterprise initiatives and oversee the successful implementation of assigned deliverables.
• Proactively identify potential issues, conflicts, and risks, performing analysis, mitigation, and escalation as needed.
• Support ongoing administrative program activities to ensure smooth operations and alignment with strategic goals.
• Continuously contribute to the improvement and success of AI initiatives by identifying opportunities for innovation and optimization.

What Do You Need To Succeed?

Must have

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in change management, program delivery, or as a Scrum Master, with a deep understanding of Agile practices in multi-team environments.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to facilitate collaboration, influence key decision-makers, and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management capabilities, with a strategic mindset and results-oriented, deadline-driven approach.
• Proven ability to lead large programs, manage people effectively, and deliver outcomes in complex environments, while working across functions and businesses with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of technology, data, and a keen interest in AI, coupled with the ability to communicate and present effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Nice-to-have

• Certified Scrum Master/Agile Practitioner
• PMP certification
• Change Management Certification
• Experience in digital product and delivery
• Experience in communications and marketing
• Familiarity with AI tools, platforms, or data analytics solutions

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
• Access to cutting-edge AI tools and platforms, along with opportunities for professional development in the field of artificial intelligence
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging and impactful work

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Job Skills

Business Oriented, Communication, Decision Making, Long Term Planning, Organizational Change Management, Program Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Team Management, Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2026-02-05

Application Deadline: 2026-03-07

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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