Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As a strategic member of a national senior management team, you will providing specialized support and operational guidance within a reputable and growing high performance investment counselling firm. The National Manager, Governance will be responsible for leading and overseeing a team of Regional Managers, Governance who are responsible for the governance framework, standards, policies and controls within RBC Phillips Hager & North Investment Counsel. The role serves to ensure that we operate in full compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, utilizing industry best practices while enabling effective oversight of portfolio management, advisory processes, client suitability, delegation of authority, risk controls and reporting to senior leadership and committees.

What will you do?

Develop, implement and manage a robust governance framework that aligns with RBC’s governance structure and investment management oversight expectations.Working with the Regional Managers, Governance (RMGs) to serve as the primary governance subject-matter expert for Investment Counsel activities, advising senior business leaders, portfolio management teams and support functions on governance, control and oversight matters.Provide leadership and guidance to all RMGs ensuing that there is consistency in terms or process/procedures across all regions while pursuing changes that would bring efficiencies and other improvements to Investment Counsellor teams, RMGs and Head Office (e.g., IPS, AOIF, OBAs, NRD, EUC, KYC, etc.)Review and oversee RMG roles, responsibilities and day-to-day activities with a view towards further increasing the value RMGs provide to the business.Lead the hiring, onboarding, training and coaching of all RMG resources while ensuring the team is staffed across all regions and Head OfficeRepresent RMGs on the Investment Committee, forums and working groups to monitor governance compliance, escalating issues, tracking remediation efforts and driving continuous improvement in governance practices.Actively contribute to national projects to improve Investment Counsel governance, controls, operational efficiency, client experience and documentation standards.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

CFA Charter holderUniversity Degree (preferable in Business and/or Economics)Minimum 10-years of experience in investment management, wealth management, advisory/portfolio management governance or risk and controls in a financial services environmentProven experience and knowledge of investment counselling/portfolio management processes, suitability, portfolio construction, IPS and risk oversightDemonstrated experience building or managing governance frameworks, standards, policies and controls in a large and complex financial institutionStrong stakeholder management and influencing skills, ability to work with senior executives, investment counsellors, business heads, risk, compliance and legal teamsExcellent communication skills with an ability to translate governance/risk concepts into business termsStrategic mindset with an ability to align governance frameworks to business strategy and risk appetite Leadership and change management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsSuperior time management and organizational skills

Nice-to-have

Experience with Canadian Wealth Management (CWM) operating systems would be an asset

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.

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamAbility to make a difference with a lasting impact, doing challenging workSupported career developmentA comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, and excellent compensation structure

Job Skills

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-01-29

Application Deadline:

2026-02-12

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

Compensation for this position (including salary and discretionary/variable payments) will be determined by factors, including but not limited to candidate's experience, skills, registration status, performance, individual goals, market conditions, and business needs.

Pay Range

The expected pay range for this position is:

$90,000.00 - $140,000.00

The pay range provided is for the primary work location referenced in the Additional Job Details section of this job posting. Pay ranges may differ based on location. If the posting lists multiple job locations, a recruiter can confirm availability of the role and the relevant pay rage for the additional locations listed. RBC supports pay transparency and we strive to ensure all pay ranges are competitive, fair, and equitable.

You have the potential to earn RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided that business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

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.

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