Associate Director, Program & Events

0000050353 The Royal Trust Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an Associate Director, Program & Events to manage the planning and execution of national and regional events for the Advisor Channel Sales team. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in event planning, team management, and a background in financial services. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for impact and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards program

Leadership support

Opportunities for community impact

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in event planning.
• At least 4 years of experience in people management.
• At least 4 years of experience in financial services.
• Ability to work collaboratively in projects and teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily activities of the Managers, Programs & Events team.
• Drive business initiatives to improve team efficiency.
• Support budget management and contract negotiations.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Plan and execute programs and events across divisions and channels.

Skills

Brand Marketing

Client Counseling

Event Management

CRM

Consulting

Education

University degree

Job description

Job Description

What is the Opportunity? Reporting to the Managing Director, Sales Enablement, the Associate Director, Program & Events is responsible for planning, managing, and executing national and regional internal and external events and programs for the Advisor Channel Sales team and other RBC GAM businesses. As a senior team member, this role contributes by consulting on best practices and leading initiatives to enhance the client experience and improve operational efficiency.

What will you do?

• Lead and manage the daily activities of the Managers, Programs & Events team.
• Drive business initiatives to improve team efficiency, including event registration technology, CRM processes, and risk management.
• Support budget management and contract negotiations.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Plan and execute programs and events across divisions and channels.
• Develop KPIs and analytics for programs and events.
• Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders on event planning and execution.

What do you need to succeed? Must Have

• University degree.
• At least 7 years of experience in event planning.
• At least 4 years of experience in people management.
• At least 4 years of experience in financial services.
• Ability to work collaboratively in projects and teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Nice to Have

• Event planning certifications (CMP, CMM).
• Knowledge of Canadian investment industry and sales practices, including NI 81-105.
• Completion of Investment Funds in Canada or CSC.
• Bilingual in French and English.

What’s in it for you? We foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and community impact. Our benefits include a comprehensive rewards program, leadership support, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference within a dynamic team environment.

Job Skills Brand Marketing, Client Counseling, Client Prospecting, Consulting, Engagement Management, CRM, Event Management, Event Planning, Group Problem Solving.

Additional Job Details

Address: RBC Centre, 155 Wellington St W, Toronto, Canada

Work hours: 37.5/week

Employment Type: Full-time

Platform: Wealth Management

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-07-25

Application Deadline: 2025-08-07, applications accepted until 11:59 PM the day prior.

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