Equity Derivative Operations Analyst

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Capital Markets, Equity Derivatives Operations, Toronto, is seeking an Equity Derivatives Operations Analyst to support global equity derivatives activities. The role focuses on trade reconciliation, confirmations, settlements, and process improvements within a high‑performing team.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, 1–3 years in operations at a financial institution, and strong Excel skills. Knowledge of Excel VBA and AI-assisted coding is a plus, with opportunities to grow and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Proficient in Equity Linked Notes, Equity, Equity Swaps, Equity Options, Equity Futures/Forwards and Bonds.
• 1-3 years’ experience in an Operations function at a financial institution.
• Ability to analyze and meet deadlines in high-pressure situations.
• Use good judgement, confidentiality, and discretion in communicating with colleagues and partners.
• Proactive in identifying, escalating, and resolving potential issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with Word and Excel.
• Excel VBA is a strong asset.
• Ability to leverage AI to create and enhance code.

Responsibilities

• Identify, report, and resolve trade, position and cash reconciliation breaks between Front Office and Back Office systems.
• Perform trade affirmation with internal counterparties to ensure payments are settled as scheduled to minimize risk.
• Create settlement journals and wires for all confirmed transactions.
• Upload trades, business events and accounting entries into systems promptly and accurately.
• Participate in project planning and testing activities for system enhancements and implementations.
• Escalate any unresolved issues or challenges to Management as soon as possible.
• Identify potential areas for improved processing and automation wherever possible.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate procedure documentation to ensure high-quality consistent service.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Deadline oriented

Discretion

Team player

AI coding

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Excel VBA

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As an Equity Derivatives Operations Analyst, you will ensure the timely and accurate completion of the primary responsibilities detailed below to support Equity Derivatives Businesses globally with a view to improve processes and enhance functionality, while delivering excellent service to business partners and colleagues. The Canadian Equity Derivative Operations group of RBC Capital Markets, Business and Client Service division is looking to hire an Equity Derivatives Operations Analyst.

What will you do?

Prioritize the tasks below to meet department deadlines:

• Identify, report, and resolve trade, position and cash reconciliation breaks between Front Office and Back Office systems
• Perform trade affirmation with internal counterparties to ensure payments are settled as scheduled to minimize risk
• Create settlement journals and wires for all confirmed transactions
• Upload trades, business events and accounting entries into systems promptly and accurately
• Participate in project planning and testing activities for system enhancements and implementations
• Escalate any unresolved issues or challenges to Management as soon as possible
• Identify potential areas for improved processing and automation wherever possible
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate procedure documentation to ensure high-quality consistent service

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

• Proficient in financial products including Equity Linked Notes, Equity, Equity Swaps, Equity Options, Equity Futures/Forwards and Bonds

• 1-3 years’ experience within an Operations functions, performed at a financial institution, with an emphasis on reconciliation tasks would be an asset

• Ability to analyze and meet deadlines in high-pressure situations

• Use good judgement, confidentiality, and discretion in communicating with colleagues and partners

• Proactive in identifying, escalating, and resolving potential issues

• Good organizational skills and detail orientated

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Drive to enhance own skills and build knowledge within a team

• Excellent computer skills (Word and Excel)

• Excel VBA is a strong asset

• Ability to leverage AI (LLM’s) to create and enhance code.

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

Job Skills

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:

2026-10-30

Application Deadline:

2026-11-21

Note** : **

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

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