Director, PFP Regulatory Strategy & Initiatives at Royal Bank of Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Regulatory Strategy, Compliance Management, Team Leadership, Risk Management, Controls Design, Regulatory Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Gap Analysis, Consumer Protection, OSFI Requirements, COB Requirements, Executive Communication, Operational Risk, Audit Management, Strategic Planning, Project Coordination

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description What is the opportunity? We are seeking a Director to lead regulatory compliance strategy for Personal Financing Products (PFP). In this role, you will manage a high performing team, analyze emerging regulatory requirements, design and monitor control environments, and serve as the PFP representative on regulatory programs. You'll combine strategic regulatory expertise with strong team leadership to ensure compliance requirements are operationalized effectively and regulatory risks are systematically addressed. This is an opportunity to develop risk management strategies and drive significant impact within the business. What will you do? Strategic Leadership & Regulatory Representation Lead the Regulatory Initiatives team to collaborate with cross-functional partners (Product, Law, Compliance, Operations, IT, Risk) to identify opportunities, develop positions and responses, and develop strategy for timely resolution of regulatory, compliance, and audit issues Regulatory Analysis & Impact Assessment Analyze impending regulatory changes to determine impacts on PFP businesses; engage subject matter experts to scope the extent of impact and advise leadership regarding client/business implications and implementation recommendations Provide strategic subject matter advice and counsel on regulatory matters including compliance with new requirements, regulatory breach reporting, and internal/external audits Compliance & Control Environment Enhancement Create proactive strategies to identify opportunities for enhancing the regulatory and operational control environment using quantitative and qualitative data, process expertise, and understanding of operational risk Work with the Regulatory Initiatives team and partners to identify and implement reusable capabilities across LOB/PB platform to create efficient, scalable processes for resolving regulatory issues Lead the regulatory controls monitoring function to ensure controls are documented, monitored, validated as effective, and support systematic regulatory gap identification and remediation prioritization Team Leadership & Development Lead a team of subject matter experts with deep knowledge of PFP products, processes, documentation, and regulatory requirements Conduct regular coaching and career development conversations; establish individual development plans aligned to career goals and organizational priorities Lead creation of training programs and materials for National Office employees regarding current regulatory requirements and effective rollout of programs Stakeholder Communication & Compliance Reporting Prepare and present reports to regulators relating to regulatory issue resolution; liaise with stakeholders to ensure accuracy of all communications Maintain current knowledge of industry developments and provide proactive regulatory intelligence to business leadership and senior management What do you need to succeed? Previous experience in strategy development, coordination of large scale programs, and relationship management at the executive level Strong communication and presentation skills Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills with the ability to interpret regulations and apply regulations to fact situations Experience in banking regulatory landscape including Consumer Protection, COB, and OSFI requirements Proficiency in controls design, monitoring, testing, and control environment effectiveness Experience with regulatory mapping and gap analysis frameworks Demonstrated ability to lead a high performing team 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. Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a safe, secure and positive work environment Opportunity to do meaningful work Work with a great and supportive team Job Skills Additional Job Details Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-05-15 Application Deadline: 2026-05-29 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. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. 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Responsibilities

Lead the regulatory compliance strategy for Personal Financing Products by managing a team of experts and designing effective control environments. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve regulatory issues and provide strategic counsel on impending regulatory changes.