Associate Director, Program & Events

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American bank in Toronto is seeking an Associate Director, Program & Events. This role involves planning and managing national and regional events for the Advisor Channel Sales team. Candidates should have a university degree and extensive experience in event planning and people management, especially in financial services. This position offers a comprehensive rewards program and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic team.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Coaching and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in an event planning capacity.
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in people management.
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the team.
• Manage targeted relationships with suppliers and key vendors.
• Act as a strategic consultant to business leads.

Skills

Brand Marketing

Client Counseling

Event Management

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Education

University degree

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Managing Director, Sales Enablement, the Associate Director, Program & Events is responsible for planning, management and execution of national and regional internal and external events and programs for the Advisor Channel Sales team and select programs for other RBC GAM businesses. As a senior member of the team, this role contributes and adds value through consulting on best practices and leading division initiatives that result in enhancing the client experience and improving efficiency and effectiveness in how the team operates.

Please visit: https://www.rbcgam.com/en/ca.

What will you do?

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the team of Managers, Programs & Events
• Lead and manage business initiatives that advance the efficiency and effectiveness of the team including, but not limited to, event registration technology, CRM processes, risk management and compliance protocols.
• Actively support overall budget management and contract negotiations.
• Manage targeted relationships with suppliers and key vendors.
• Manage and execute programs and events within the division and across business channel (when required).
• Develop program and events KPIs and analytics.
• Act as a strategic consultant to business leads and colleagues as it relates to event planning and execution.

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• University degree.
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in an event planning capacity.
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in people management.
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in financial services.
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a project and team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle competing priorities.

Nice to Have

• Event planning (CMP, CMM) designations.
• Knowledge of the Canadian investment business and sales processes/practices, including knowledge and understanding of National Instrument 81-105 – Mutual Fund Sales Practice Guidelines.
• Completion of either Investment Funds in Canada or CSC.
• Bilingual (French/English).

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

Job Skills

Brand Marketing, Client Counseling, Client Prospecting, Consulting Engagement Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Event Management, Event Planning, Group Problem Solving

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:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-07-25

Application Deadline:

2025-08-07

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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