Director, IT Initiative Delivery

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Director of IT Initiative Delivery to oversee transformative projects and drive execution across critical initiatives. This role requires strong leadership skills, extensive experience in managing complex programs, and a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will facilitate communication between senior leaders and promote accountability across diverse stakeholder groups.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

World-class training program

Opportunities to make a difference

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading large-scale transformation programs.
• Advanced understanding of program and portfolio governance.
• Exceptional communication and ability to influence VP-level stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively in ambiguity.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery oversight of transformation initiatives.
• Drive disciplined execution and accountability for timelines and benefits.
• Facilitate regular progress reviews and executive updates.
• Synthesize complex information into decision-ready materials.

Skills

Budgeting

Business Oriented

Cross-Team Collaboration

Decision Making

Information Technology (IT) Projects

Interpersonal Relationship Management

Long Term Planning

Resource Management

Strategic Thinking

Vision Alignment

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Job Description

What is the Opportunity

RBC Technology Infrastructure (TI) is executing one of the most ambitious transformation agendas in the bank’s history - modernizing platforms, automating operations, and building the foundation for the Bank of Tomorrow.

To turn TI’s strategy into reality, we’re establishing the Infrastructure Delivery Team within the TI Strategic Planning & Execution function. As a Director, IT Initiative Delivery, you will partner directly with senior leaders to drive execution across TI’s most critical strategic initiatives. You will serve as both a strategic advisor and delivery leader, ensuring each initiative is structured, on track, and delivering tangible business value. You will also operate as a thought partner to initiative sponsors and leads, helping shape decisions, anticipate risks, and ensure disciplined, transparent delivery.

You will be accountable for managing multiple transformational initiatives and will form part of a high-performing team that provides visibility, alignment, and execution rigor across the entire transformation portfolio.

What will you do?

• Lead end-to-end delivery oversight of transformation initiatives, ensuring structured planning, disciplined execution, and transparent tracking of milestones and benefits
• Drive disciplined execution and accountability for timelines, outcomes, and benefits, while proactively identifying risks, interdependencies, and delivery bottlenecks, escalating as needed to ensure results
• Facilitate regular progress reviews and executive updates, partnering with sponsors and leads to enable informed, timely decision-making
• Synthesize complex information into decision-ready materials for TI leadership, translating strategy into actionable, measurable plans
• Act as a thought partner to shape execution approaches, championing innovation and continuous improvement while aligning delivery with business strategy and enterprise objectives
• Identify synergies and resolve conflicts across initiatives, delivering creative, structured solutions to operational and organizational challenges
• Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and regulatory frameworks, while fostering strong, trusted relationships across Technology Infrastructure, Technology & Operations, and business partners
• Enable clear communication, alignment, and accountability across diverse stakeholder groups, promoting a culture of ownership, inclusion, and outcome-driven delivery in line with RBC values

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• 8+ years of experience leading large-scale, cross-functional transformation or execution programs within complex organizations
• Advanced understanding of program and portfolio governance (financials, benefits, risks)
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence VP-level stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to operate effectively in ambiguity
• Proven track record of delivering measurable business outcomes across multiple initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complexity, lead through influence, and drive accountability without direct authority
• Ability to quantify, track, and communicate value delivered across financial and non-financial measures
• Experience in technology, infrastructure, or enterprise-scale modernization programs

Nice to have:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree is considered an asset
• Experience from a top-tier management consulting or transformation firm
• Experience applying agile principles and iterative delivery practices (sprint planning, backlog prioritization, value tracking) in enterprise environments

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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

• Budgeting
• Business Oriented
• Cross-Team Collaboration
• Decision Making
• Information Technology (IT) Projects
• Interpersonal Relationship Management
• Long Term Planning
• Resource Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Vision Alignment

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: 2025-10-21

Application Deadline: 2025-11-17

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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