VP, CM Operational Risk, Controls & Governance

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as a VP in Operational Risk, Controls & Governance. This role involves developing risk reporting, ensuring compliance with operational risk management frameworks, and enhancing governance initiatives. You will collaborate across teams to foster a culture of risk awareness and ownership while managing key risk indicators and reporting metrics. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in financial services and risk reporting.
• Deep knowledge of operational risk management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly operational risk reports and trend analyses.
• Lead the annual risk appetite measures and key risk indicators refresh process.
• Support management of smaller-scale Non-Financial Risk initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal

Tools

MS Office

Tableau

SQL

Alteryx

Python

Job description

VP, CM Operational Risk, Controls & Governance

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Opportunity Overview

As a member of the Capital Markets Operational Risk, Controls and Governance (ORC&G) team, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing operational risk reporting and presentations. Your work will support oversight of operational risk controls and governance initiatives within Capital Markets, ensure consistent application of the Operational Risk Management Framework and policies, and foster a culture of risk ownership, awareness, and issue management across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly operational risk reports and trend analyses using risk assessments, event data, audits, regulatory views, KRIs, and other metrics.
• Lead the annual risk appetite measures and key risk indicators refresh process, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
• Support management of smaller-scale Non-Financial Risk initiatives within Capital Markets.
• Assist the CM COO’s Administration, Controls and Governance (ACG) Committee in governance activities and regulatory reviews.
• Collaborate with GRM Enterprise Operational Risk and CM business leads on reporting, risk indicators, and related subjects.
• Document and communicate business and technical requirements for reporting and process enhancements.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience, with deep knowledge of the financial services industry and risk reporting.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Tableau, SQL, and handling large data sets.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of operational risk management best practices for Capital Markets products.
• Experience in FO, functions, Audit, or Risk Management is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to perform under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of Alteryx or Python is advantageous.

What We Offer

Join us to enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards Program, opportunities for professional development, a collaborative work environment, challenging projects, and flexible work arrangements. We value diversity, inclusion, and supporting our employees' growth and well-being.

Additional Details

Location: Royal Bank Plaza, 200 Bay St, Toronto, Canada

Work hours: 37.5 hours/week

Employment Type: Full-time, Salaried

Platform: Capital Markets

Posted Date: 2025-05-05

Application Deadline: 2025-05-20

Applications accepted until 11:59 PM the day before the deadline.

Our Commitment

At RBC, we foster an inclusive, respectful workplace that promotes diversity and equal opportunity. We support our employees' growth and aim to create a sense of belonging for all.