Director, Business Continuity Risk Management, Canada & Caribbean at Royal Bank of Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Adaptability, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR), Business Oriented, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Emerging Technologies, Group Problem Solving, Personal Initiative, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Analytical Thinking, Facilitation, Presentation Skills

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description What is the Opportunity? Join RBC's Group Risk Management team as Director, Business Continuity Risk Management (BCRM) for Canada & Caribbean. In this second line of defense role, you will lead the implementation and oversight of our BCRM program across the region. You'll direct a team to strengthen operational resilience, ensure regulatory compliance, embed robust risk management practices, and partner with business leaders to drive program effectiveness and adoption. What will you do? Lead Your Team & Drive Strategy Direct and mentor a team responsible for BCRM program execution across Canada and Caribbean regions Contribute to and execute the BCRM vision, strategy, and operating model specific to your region Ensure alignment with RBC Enterprise BCRM Policy & Standards and regulatory requirements Identify emerging operational risks and direct research into areas of elevated risk Build a high-performing culture focused on operational excellence and risk awareness Lead Oversight & Control Provide independent oversight and challenge at senior levels, a critical responsibility of our second line of defense Manage comprehensive monitoring, oversight, and control programs covering all key BCRM requirements Conduct thematic reviews and policy adherence monitoring assessments to drive continuous improvement Oversee remediation of identified issues with accountability and rigor Provide oversight on the design and effectiveness of internal control environment Provide Expert Advice & Insights Advise senior management and executives on BCRM risk mitigation strategies and emerging industry trends Represent RBC with regulators as a trusted business continuity risk management subject matter expert Generate actionable risk insights and reporting that directly inform executive decision-making Support implementation of operational risk management initiatives across the region Build Stakeholder Partnerships Foster collaborative relationships with business leaders to drive program adoption and effectiveness Enable first line of defense in establishing appropriate operational risk appetite aligned with strategic objectives Champion risk management behaviors and accountability across all lines of defense Engage Externally Participate in industry committees, forums, and BCRM associations to stay current with leading practices What do you need to succeed? Must Have: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams Proven BCRM experience in financial services or highly regulated industries, with demonstrated success in large-scale global matrix environments Deep understanding of risk management frameworks, control environments, and governance structures In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSFI) and compliance expectations Ability to balance competing priorities with exceptional time management and results orientation Strong analytical and data-driven mindset with the ability to translate data into strategic insights Excellent critical thinking skills with demonstrated ability to challenge assumptions at senior levels Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication capabilities Strong facilitation and presentation skills; demonstrated ability to engage senior executives and committees Nice-to-Have: Industry professional accreditation or certification Experience in Third Party Risk Management, Crisis Management, or Disaster Recovery 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 Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team Opportunities to do challenging work Flexible work/life balance options Job Skills Adaptability, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR), Business Oriented, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Emerging Technologies, Group Problem Solving, Personal Initiative Additional Job Details Address: 20 KING ST W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-06-02 Application Deadline: 2026-07-17 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 strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. 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Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and oversight of the Business Continuity Risk Management (BCRM) program across Canada and the Caribbean. Direct a team to strengthen operational resilience, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide independent oversight as part of the second line of defense.