Sr. Business Analyst

RBC Capital Markets, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Flexible benefits

Coaching opportunities

Career advancement

Challenging work

Job summary

RBC Capital Markets, LLC in Minneapolis seeks a Sr. Business Analyst to lead operational projects within Regulatory Risk Services, bridging business needs with technology and risk management.

You will coordinate cross-functional initiatives, drive remediation, and support regulatory risk programs across Operations and IT. The role requires strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and the ability to deliver in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree from an accredited university or equivalent or High school diploma or equivalent AND 5+ years of securities, banking, technology and/or job specific industry experience
• 3+ years prior securities, banking, technology and/or job specific related industry experience
• Securities license 7 or 99 (or able to obtain license within 120 days)
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop solutions for escalated issues
• 2+ years demonstrated project team coordination and/or coaching/mentoring leadership experience
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with an ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Must have proven ability to create effective PowerPoint presentations and provide executive visibility on team performance, risks, and backlog
• Proven ability to adapt and perform under pressure - thrive in rapidly changing environments with shifting priorities and delivers effectively in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Ops teams to assess, research, and analyze events requiring remediation or areas of opportunities to enhance the WM Ops Risk framework.
• Plan and manage remediation and initiatives impacting Operations, working with stakeholders to move initiatives through the new initiative and project lifecycle processes.
• Participate in Operations, firm, and/or industry initiatives providing process design, expert product knowledge, technical expertise, and problem solving unique to one or more specialty areas.
• Participate in business requirement development, UAT testing, end-user training, and implementation support for enhancements and new firm initiatives for changing technology systems, supporting department processes.
• Consult with RBC IT, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve systemic and operational challenges
• Partner with Ops teams to support Operations with the implementation of regulatory risk projects and initiatives and help lead Ops partners through the project lifecycle process.
• Support the development and execution of back-office capabilities and strategies, resulting in initiatives, detailed business cases, and other business deliverables.
• Will work closely with individuals within Operations, Technology, Project Management, and other across the business to coordinate work and drive projects.
• Though critical thinking and data analysis will assess gaps and areas for improvement, work with Ops teams to determine risk factors and implementation requirements/impact.
• Analyze and resolve escalated problems/issues while ensuring adherence to all regulatory and firm policy requirements.
• Support WM Ops Risk & and Control Committee representation by assessing, researching, and analyzing new items and document prior discussion. Lead meetings and presentations when required.
• Analyze incoming process change requests, C&C firms and products for impacts and risks to Operations and prepare for discussion.
• Prepare Ops Regulatory Risk and Control updates regularly.
• Assist in the production of presentations for a range of stakeholders highlighting achievements, reporting metrics, and other relevant material.
• Drive innovation in areas such as risk AI enablement, technology, and automation, while focusing on risk and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures quality outcomes, escalates issues effectively, and helps develop team capabilities.
• Strengthens analytics and reporting through system improvements and innovative solutions, enabling executive decision-making.

Skills

Cross-Team Collaboration

Deliverables Management

Financial Services Industry

High Impact Communication

Implementation Support

Meeting Management

Operational Requirements

Operational Risks

PowerPoint Presentations

Problem Solving

Process Changes

Risk Management

Solutions Development

Strategic Thinking

Education

4-year degree from an accredited university or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking a Sr. Business Analyst within the Regulatory Risk Services team to lead operational projects and remediations that drive regulatory compliance and operational excellence. This role requires a strategic thinker who bridges business needs, technology solutions, and risk management; leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering business impact. You will apply your experience and seasoned knowledge, skills, and practices to perform a variety of assignments.

What will you do?

• Partner with Ops teams to assess, research, and analyze events requiring remediation or areas of opportunities to enhance the WM Ops Risk framework.
• Plan and manage remediation and initiatives impacting Operations, working with stakeholders to move initiatives through the new initiative and project lifecycle processes.
• Participate in Operations, firm, and/or industry initiatives providing process design, expert product knowledge, technical expertise, and problem solving unique to one or more specialty areas.
• Participate in business requirement development, UAT testing, end-user training, and implementation support for enhancements and new firm initiatives for changing technology systems, supporting department processes.
• Consult with RBC IT, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve systemic and operational challenges
• Partner with Ops teams to support Operations with the implementation of regulatory risk projects and initiatives and help lead Ops partners through the project lifecycle process.
• Support the development and execution of back-office capabilities and strategies, resulting in initiatives, detailed business cases, and other business deliverables.
• Will work closely with individuals within Operations, Technology, Project Management, and other across the business to coordinate work and drive projects.
• Though critical thinking and data analysis will assess gaps and areas for improvement, work with Ops teams to determine risk factors and implementation requirements/impact.
• Participate in business requirement development, UAT testing, end-user training, and implementation support for enhancements and new firm initiatives for changing technology systems, supporting department processes.
• Analyze and resolve escalated problems/issues while ensuring adherence to all regulatory and firm policy requirements.
• Support WM Ops Risk & and Control Committee representation by assessing, researching, and analyzing new items and document prior discussion. Lead meetings and presentations when required.
• Analyze incoming process change requests, C&C firms and products for impacts and risks to Operations and prepare for discussion.
• Prepare Ops Regulatory Risk and Control updates regularly.
• Assist in the production of presentations for a range of stakeholders highlighting achievements, reporting metrics, and other relevant material.
• Drive innovation in areas such as risk AI enablement, technology, and automation, while focusing on risk and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures quality outcomes, escalates issues effectively, and helps develop team capabilities.
• Strengthens analytics and reporting through system improvements and innovative solutions, enabling executive decision-making.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 4-year degree from an accredited university or equivalent or High school diploma or equivalent AND 5+ years of securities, banking, technology and/or job specific industry experience
• 3+ years prior securities, banking, technology and/or job specific related industry experience
• Securities license 7 or 99 (or able to obtain license within 120 days)
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop solutions for escalated issues
• 2+ years demonstrated project team coordination and/or coaching/mentoring leadership experience
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with an ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Must have proven ability to create effective PowerPoint presentations and provide executive visibility on team performance, risks, and backlog
• Proven ability to adapt and perform under pressure - thrive in rapidly changing environments with shifting priorities and delivers effectively in high-stress situations.

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
• 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

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $70,000 - $130,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan. RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC's high performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Cross-Team Collaboration, Deliverables Management, Financial Services Industry, High Impact Communication, Implementation Support, Meeting Management, Operational Requirements, Operational Risks, PowerPoint Presentations, Problem Solving, Process Changes, Risk Management, Solutions Development, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

• Address: 250 NICOLLET MALL:MINNEAPOLIS
• City: Minneapolis
• Country: United States of America
• Work hours/week: 40
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: WEALTH MANAGEMENT
• Job Type: Regular
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2026-09-08
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-22

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 strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.