Vice President - Front Office Quantitative Analytics

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Flexible benefits

World-class training program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RBC in Toronto seeks a Front Office Quantitative Analyst focused on Commodities to collaborate with Sales and Trading teams. You will lead quantitative initiatives that support trading and business development, delivering pricing models and risk tools while aligning with regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes close work with trading, risk and product teams to drive model usage, data-driven decisions, and technology-driven solutions in a dynamic capital markets environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Expert knowledge of mathematical finance and derivatives pricing.

Responsibilities

• Partner with trading desk to provide day-to-day quantitative support.
• Gather and communicate new business requirements from sales and trading desks.
• Manage delivery of solutions using in-house quantitative libraries and technology.
• Maintain, improve and develop risk management tools and frameworks.
• Develop and implement commodity derivative pricing models for trading and risk management.

Skills

C++

Python

Derivatives pricing

Mathematical finance

Communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline

Job description

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

As a Front Office Quantitative Analyst focused on Commodities you will work closely with the Sales and Trading teams. You will take ownership of quantitative initiatives that support trading and business development.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Partner with the trading desk to provide general day-to-day quantitative support to the trading desk.
• Gather and communicate new business requirements from sales and trading desks.
• Manage the delivery of solutions by leveraging in-house quantitative libraries and associated technology systems.
• Maintain, improve and develop risk management tools and operational framework.
• Develop and implement Commodity derivative pricing models to support trading and risk management activities.
• Work closely with trading, sales, risk and other functional teams on special projects related to product development, model usage and regulatory compliance.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:

• Master or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience
• Expert knowledge of mathematical finance and derivatives pricing.
• Advanced programming skills with experience in C++ and Python.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-have :

• Experience in a desk-facing role
• Knowledge of Commodities futures markets and derivatives.

What is 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, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• 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 working options fully supported.

Job Skills

C++ Programming Language, Commodities, Communication, Derivatives Pricing, Mathematical Finance, Problem Solving, Python (Programming Language)

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:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-13

Application Deadline:

2026-09-25

Note** :**

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

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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 strides to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.