Senior Project Manager, AML IT Transformation

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its Anti-Money Laundering IT Transformation Program. This pivotal role involves planning and executing strategic projects, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and enhancing technology for regulatory compliance. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in managing large-scale technology projects, particularly in AML and compliance areas. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Opportunities for development

Work/life balance options

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience managing large-scale technology projects, preferably in AML or Compliance domains.
• Exceptional presentation and visualization skills.
• Proven ability to simplify complex information into digestible narratives.
• Strong financial acumen for budget tracking and resource optimization.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Agile/Scrum certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of AML IT transformation projects.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including risk mitigation.
• Create high-quality executive presentations and reports.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and resolve bottlenecks.
• Track project milestones, budgets, and KPIs.
• Identify and escalate barriers to delivery.

Skills

Business Oriented

Communication

Group Problem Solving

Long Term Planning

Meeting Management

Organizational Change Management

Resource Coordination

Results-Oriented

Time Management

Waterfall Model

Tools

PowerPoint

Visio

Lucidchart

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Join RBC’s AML IT Transformation Program as a Senior Project Manager, where you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) technology landscape. This high-impact position supports the Director, AML IT Transformation Program Lead in executing strategic initiatives that strengthen regulatory compliance and technological innovation across RBC. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, drive project delivery excellence, and contribute to a program shaping the future of financial crime prevention.

As part of RBC’s Technology & Operations division, you’ll work in a dynamic environment that values bold thinking, collaboration, and professional growth. We invest in our people through mentorship, skill development, and opportunities to lead transformative change. If you’re passionate about delivering complex projects with tangible business impact, this role offers a unique platform to elevate your career while safeguarding our organization’s integrity.

What will you do?

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of AML IT transformation projects, ensuring alignment with program objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Create high‑quality executive presentations and reports to communicate project status, risks, and deliverables to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate cross‑functional meetings, steering committees, and working sessions to drive decision‑making and resolve bottlenecks.
• Translate complex technical and business concepts into clear, actionable narratives for diverse audiences.
• Track project milestones, budgets, and KPIs, ensuring transparency and accountability across teams.
• Identify and escalate barriers to delivery, proposing solutions to keep initiatives on track.
• Mentor junior project managers and foster a culture of collaboration within the program.

What do you need to succeed?

• 8+ years of experience managing large‑scale technology projects, preferably in AML, Compliance, or Financial Crime domains.
• Exceptional presentation and visualization skills, with expertise in PowerPoint and tools like Visio or Lucidchart to create compelling executive‑level materials.
• Proven ability to simplify complex information into digestible, purpose‑driven narratives.
• Strong financial acumen for budget tracking and resource optimization.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience influencing senior leaders.
• Agile/Scrum certification or equivalent experience in iterative delivery methodologies.

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

Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Resource Coordination, Results‑Oriented, Time Management, Waterfall Model

Note

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

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: 2025-12-16

Application Deadline: 2026-01-17

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