Director – US IT Risk (Reporting and Stakeholder Management)

What is the opportunity?

The Director of US IT Risk Reporting and Stakeholder Management will be responsible spearheading the strategic communication of risk management activities within RBS US Technology. This is includes comprehensive tracking, monitoring and reporting of risk posture delivering insightful updates to senior and executive leaders, exhibiting exceptional executive communication and presence. You will also cultivate strong risk awareness culture through targeted education and communication, reinforcing adherence to the Enterprise Risk Management framework.

What will you do?

• Define and develop methodologies and frameworks to track, assess, and monitor IT risks
• Assess RBC US Technology overall risk posture and ensure organizational awareness
• Champion the RBC US Technology Risk Management framework and drive education and training efforts across RBC US Technology
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the US Technology division and other relevant divisions. Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans to ensure effective dissemination of risk and confidential information
• Define appropriate measures to identify, manage, and mitigate risk. Design and maintain KPIs and dashboards to monitor risks and trends
• Partner closely with IT Risk business partners to provide ongoing reporting on IT risks
• Produce timely risk reports for senior and executive leadership, providing clear insights into our organization’s risk posture
• Provide ongoing updates to senior and executive leaders within RBC US and external regulatory agencies to ensure visibility and transparency. Act as the primary point of contact for risk related inquiries from senior/executive stakeholders

What do you need to succeed?

Must Haves

• Minimum of 10 years in risk management with a strong focus on Reporting and Stakeholder Management
• Strong understanding of US Regulatory environment including reporting requirements. Prior or current financial services experience required
• Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization including senior and executive leadership
• Ability to articulate complex technical and risk-related concepts, clearly and concisely, to senior and executive audiences
• Ability to project confidence, credibility and authority in high-stakes meetings and interactions with senior and executive leadership
• Ability to maintain composure and poise under pressure, particularly when addressing sensitive topics. Anticipate and address potential concerns and questions
• Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, cyber security, service delivery and risk and change management processes
• Strong knowledge of IT Risk management frameworks and methodologies
• Experience in IT risk management, cyber security or related roles
• Ability to establish strategic approach for long term sustainable solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in CompSci, Finance or related degree. Master’s degree preferred

Nice-to-have

• Certifications are a plus (e.g., CRISC, CISA, CISM,CAMS CISSP)

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
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

The expected salary range for this particular position is $175K - $240K discretionary bonus, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs. 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

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Job Skills

Business Perspective, Client Counseling, Data Gathering Analysis, Decision Making, Fraud Management, Internal Controls, Organizational Governance, Process Management, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITY Jersey City United States of America 40 Full time TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS Regular Salaried 2025-03-10

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At 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.