Director, Risk & Control Assessments

About the role

The Director, Risk & Control Assessments leads a team of RCSA subject matter experts within the RBC US Consolidated US Operations first line of defense. The role executes risk identification, assessment, monitoring and mitigation across RBC US business segments, maintains regulatory compliance through effective risk governance, and supports an interconnected team across business groups and regions.

Key responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive first line of defense RCSA and PRCSA programs across RBC US business units, including management and oversight of risk registers with real-time input from stakeholders
• Maintain risk and control inventories across RBC US segments and work with CUSO 1LOD teams (Capital Markets, City National Bank, RBC Bank Georgia, Wealth Management)
• Communicate changes to control effectiveness so that risk registers and framework tools can be updated
• Act as primary liaison between first and second/third line functions for RCSA and PRCSA, and represent the RBC US Integrated Operational Risk team at internal meetings and audits
• Lead and mentor a team of risk assessment specialists, covering performance management, professional development and career guidance

Required profile

• Experience leading high-performing teams to run a portfolio of risk assessment activities within 1LOD, 2LOD and/or functions
• Knowledge of products and services in Capital Markets, Wealth and/or Consumer businesses
• Advanced knowledge of first-line risks, regulatory controls and how risks are identified and controls designed, tested and recorded
• Ability to solve problems independently and exercise sound judgement when escalation is needed

Nice-to-have

• Experience in 1LOD leadership of audits, remediation and issues management, and engagement with prudential regulators
• Advanced knowledge of operations processes, control vulnerabilities and the ability to present to senior executives, regulators and committees

What we offer

• Total rewards program with competitive compensation and flexible benefits, including a 401(k) with company matching, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and paid time off
• Leadership coaching and development opportunities
• A dynamic, collaborative team in a challenging, high-performing environment