Associate Director, Data and Architecture Services - Capital Markets

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a candidate to document data requirements, standardize data in the capital markets domain, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and strong skills in data analysis, SQL, and communication. The successful applicant will be part of a dynamic team focused on enhancing data governance and quality. This position offers comprehensive rewards and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Supportive leadership for career development

Work in a collaborative team

World-class training in financial services

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cash management products and services, including process implementation.
• Proven experience in data system analysis and modeling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Document data requirements and identify gaps in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Standardize data within the capital markets domain.
• Analyze data quality issues and recommend improvements.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Business Data Analysis

Communication

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Engineering

Tools

SQL

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Job description

Job Description

What will you do?

• Document data requirements and identify gaps in collaboration with stakeholders from various departments

• Standardize data within the capital markets domain, including trade data, reference data, payments, and other structured/unstructured datasets

• Develop and maintain data catalogs using industry-standard tools and frameworks

• Define data formats to support standardized reporting and integrate them with existing systems

• Identify and document system lineage, data flows, and control points to ensure data integrity and security

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop target operating models and implement data governance practices

• Analyze data quality issues and recommend solutions to improve data accuracy and completeness

• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies to prioritize tasks and track project progress

What do you need to succeed? Must-have

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, Accounting, or engineering

• Strong understanding of cash management products and services, including process and procedure implementation

• Skilled with standardizing data within the capital markets domain (includes but not limited to Trade data, Reference data (Client, Book, Instrument), Payments, Risk

• Proven experience in data system analysis, modeling, and/or system administration

• Proficiency in SQL and ability to create entity relationship diagrams for relational data modeling

• Previous Bloomberg/Reuters experience

• Familiarity with database models and data mapping concepts

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences

• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Nice-to-have

• Knowledge of industry data standards like FpML, CDM, ISO 20022

• Advanced understanding of change management principles and business operations

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

• A world-class training program in financial services

• Opportunities to do challenging work

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Job Skills

Agile Methodology, Business Data Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Requirements Analysis

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:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-06-26

Application Deadline:

2025-08-18

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

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