Senior Manager, Strategic Data & Analytics

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Data and Analytics. In this role, you will evolve the data landscape for Private Banking, providing insights that drive growth strategy. You will manage complex data projects and lead partners across various divisions. A minimum of 7 years of experience in data analytics and strong technical skills in Python, SQL, and Tableau are required. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Coaching and development opportunities

Flexible work/life balance options

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in building reports, data modeling, and deriving insights from complex data.
• Experience in managing databases and leveraging modern technologies to present data.
• Hands-on experience with large datasets using Python/PySpark for data processing.

Responsibilities

• Drive future state reporting and Advanced Analytics for private banking.
• Evolve Private Banking data landscape with modern data architecture.
• Lead and implement complex data projects through problem identification.

Skills

Big Data Analytics

Critical Thinking

Data Administration

Data Modeling

Data Mining

Data Movement

Detail-Oriented

Group Problem Solving

Quantitative Research

Research Documents

Education

University degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or Computer Science

Tools

Python

PySpark

SQL

SAS

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Job description

What is the opportunity?

In the role of Senior Manager, Strategic Data and Analytics, you will be responsible for evolving Canadian Private Banking data landscape and provide data driven actionable insight to enable Private Banking growth strategy. You will identify, research, analyze, recommend, and execute solutions to drive an outstanding client experience and strong business impact. You will lead and influence partners across the enterprise including Canadian Private Banking, Wealth Management Canada, Technology, Enterprise Functions, and Personal Banking & Commercial Banking. Your thought leadership will help shape the Private Banking strategy and your implementation skills will bring the strategy to life.

What will you do?

• Establish credibility by quickly acquiring and demonstrating subject matter expertise and deep knowledge in Private Banking business
• Drive future state reporting and Advanced Analytics for private banking to enable a fact base strategy utilizing internal and external data and insight
• Drive insight from Private Banking data and competitive landscape in terms of what the data is telling up and what we need to do accordingly
• Evolve Private Banking data landscape by implementing core data capabilities to enable private banking growth strategy leveraging modern data architecture and technologies
• Identify opportunities and spearhead the leveraging of data analytics to enhance the effectiveness & efficiency of credit delivery leveraging bank-wide technology & practices where prudent. Strike a strong balance between driving market leading portfolio growth, creative client solutions and risk quality in line with established business appetite
• Bring specific knowledge to bear, share subject matter experience and expertise, skills and knowledge, as well as non-proprietary work from other situations. Responsible for thought leadership and innovation to increase efficiency and scalability of our credit risk identification
• Lead and implement complex data projects of various scopes and types through problem identification, defining an approach, planning, organizing, and execution
• Contribute to the unique culture of Private Banking group by continually demonstrating commitment to coach and develop the team and grow the professional capabilities of the group and yourself

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• 7+years’ experience in building reports, data modeling, and deriving insights from complex data
• 7+ years’ experience in building and managing databases and leveraging modern technologies to query, and present data
• Hands on experience working with large scale datasets using Python / PySpark for data processing and advanced analytics
• High Proficiency with SQL, SAS, Excel, and Power Point
• Ability to work well under pressure, while maintaining a high standard output with attention to details
• Business and financial acumen

Nice to Have

• Strong understanding and experience of High Net Worth Client Segment and Private Banking
• Advanced technical skills in developing Dashboards using Tableau
• High Proficiency with Python and Predictive Modeling
• University degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data science or Computer Science or other quantitative field
• Financial and business designations (e.g. CFA, Six Sigma)

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, 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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

Job Skills

Big Data Analytics, Critical Thinking, Data Administration, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Data Movement, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, Quantitative Research, Research Documents

Additional Job Details

Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-09-19

Application Deadline: 2025-10-03

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.