Associate, CM Operational Risk, Controls & Governance

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Risk Reporting Specialist in Toronto to enhance operational risk reporting and support governance initiatives. The role requires a minimum of 3 years in financial services, expertise in risk reporting tools, and outstanding analytical skills. Join a progressive team focused on quality and collaboration. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in financial services or risk reporting.
• Ability to work independently and pay attention to detail.
• Knowledge of operational risk management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce monthly and quarterly Operational Risk reporting.
• Liaise with business stakeholders for compliance with governance standards.
• Support report automation and process improvements.

Skills

Financial Risk Management (FRM)

Operational Risks

Risk Control

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Tools

MS Office

Tableau

SQL

Alteryx

Python

Job description

What is the opportunity?

As a member of the Capital Markets Operational Risk, Controls and Governance (ORC&G) team, you will play a key role in the development and enhancement of operational risk reporting and presentations to support the oversight of operational risk controls and governance program initiatives within Capital Markets, ensure consistent application of the Operational Risk Management Framework and associated policies in the business, and support a culture of risk ownership, awareness and issue management in the business and functions. The team strives to continuously improve reporting efficiency and effectiveness.

What will you do?

• Responsible for the development, production of monthly and quarterly Operational Risk reporting with trend analysis and commentaries with business insights to support Regional, Legal Entities, and Line of Business governance reporting requirements;
• Accountable for the Capital Markets operational governance and reporting processes (e.g., Issues Management, KRIs, Third Party Risk), liaise with business stakeholders and ensure compliance with the GRM global operational risk standard and framework requirements;
• Document and communicate business/technical requirements, manage the pipeline of enhancements, and providing supporting information as required for maintenance;
• Support the design, analysis, documentation and implementation of CM report automation or process improvement, and provide a holistic, value-added operational risk profile across Capital Markets and the Lines of Business.

What do you need to succeed?

• A minimum 3 years of related experience with in-depth knowledge of the financial services industry, and/or risk reporting.
• Working experience with MS Office, Tableau, SQL and/or large data sets.
• Strong presentation, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of operational risk management industry best practices for Capital Markets products
• Previous FO, functions and/or Audit or Risk Management experience is an asset
• Ability to work independently and without immediate supervision
• Commitment to quality and accuracy with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, research and quantitative skills.
• Team player and ability to perform under time constraints.
• Prior work experience or knowledge of Alteryx or Python is an asset

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
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Flexible work/life balance options

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Job Skills

Business Process Design, Decision Making, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Operational Risks, Risk Control, Risk Management, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-09-17

Application Deadline: 2025-09-26

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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