US CIO Workforce and Location Strategy Lead

RBC Capital Markets, LLC; Jersey City, Providence (NJ, RI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic professional to support technology initiatives in a dynamic environment. This role involves collaborating with various teams to optimize IT staff and location strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals. You will leverage your analytical and project management skills to create KPIs and report on progress, while also managing real estate and space constraints. Join this forward-thinking company to thrive on challenges, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in a supportive and innovative work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Leadership support

Challenging work

Opportunities to build client relationships

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Talent/Resource Management or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data.
• Proficiency in Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners to analyze US IT organization Headcount data.
• Develop insights on optimization opportunities for US IT Staff.
• Prepare reports and presentations for proposals.

Skills

Talent/Resource Management

Staffing Operations

Business Management

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Strategic Thinking

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

RBC's Office of the US Chief Information Officer (CIO) oversees all technology supporting the firm's Combined US Operations (CUSO), including Capital Markets, Wealth Management, City National Bank, RBC Bank (US), and Global Asset Management within the US. This role involves supporting technology groups both directly and indirectly involved with CUSO.

What will you do?

1. Collaborate with business partners to collect, analyze, and report on US IT organization Headcount data.
2. Develop insights on optimization opportunities for US IT Staff and Roles.
3. Coordinate with HR, finance, senior leaders, and other teams to align US IT location strategy with business goals.
4. Work with the Global Location and Workforce team to ensure strategy alignment with global department ambitions.
5. Prepare reports and presentations for proposals.
6. Create KPIs to measure progress towards location strategy goals.
7. Track and report on KPIs with technology management teams.
8. Research industry trends to keep US IT Location strategy best in class.
9. Manage real estate footprint and space constraints at Jersey City, coordinating move activities and desk assignments.

What do you need to succeed?

Requirements

• 5+ years in Talent/Resource Management, Staffing Operations, Business Management, or related fields.
• Experience in location strategy development and execution, preferably in technology.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data.
• Project management skills for overseeing strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with leadership.
• Proficiency in Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive, strategic, and resourceful approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a Technology organization.

What’s in it for you?

Join RBC to thrive on challenges, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, leadership support, challenging work, and opportunities to build client relationships.

• Competitive salary range: $110,000-$190,000, with potential for discretionary bonuses.
• Supportive work environment focused on development and achievement.

Additional Details

Location: Goldman Sachs Tower, Jersey City, USA

Employment Type: Full-time, Salaried, Hybrid

Posted: 2025-04-14, Deadline: 2025-05-12

Equal Opportunity Employment statement and a call to join RBC’s Talent Community are included.