Director, Trade & Transaction Lead - COO Group

Job Opportunity:
Trade & Transaction Lead

Lead transaction data strategy and transformation. This role is part of RBC Capital Markets Data Strategy & Execution and is responsible for delivering trusted, governed, AI-ready data capabilities.

What will you do?

The Trade & Transaction Lead will define strategy, lead execution, partner across business and technology, and deliver measurable business value through modern data capabilities.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop domain strategy aligned with Capital Markets objectives.
• Partner with business, technology, operations, risk and finance.
• Define target-state architecture and roadmap.
• Lead strategic transformation initiatives.
• Drive data quality, controls and governance.
• Establish business KPIs and value realization metrics.
• Manage stakeholder communications up to executive level.
• Champion cloud, AI and automation.
• Develop reusable data products and APIs.
• Mentor teams and foster innovation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Support investment planning and prioritization.

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant Capital Markets experience.
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale transformation.
• Ability to lead cross-functional global teams.

Must-have skills:

• Deep Capital Markets domain expertise.
• Proven leadership in enterprise data strategy, governance or engineering.

Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate degree and experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Collibra, cloud platforms and AI-enabled data management.

Technical skills:

• SQL/Python
• Cloud Data Platforms
• Data Modeling
• Metadata & Lineage
• API Integration

Leadership competencies:

• Strategic thinking
• Executive communication
• Influencing without authority
• Talent development
• Outcome-driven execution

Success metrics / KPIs:

• Data quality improvement
• Reduction in manual processes
• Delivery against roadmap
• Stakeholder satisfaction
• Business value realized

Key stakeholders:

Front Office, COO, Operations, Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Architecture, Data Governance, AI teams.

What's in it for you?

We are committed to fostering a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing work environment where you can thrive and make a lasting impact. By joining our team, you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive total rewards program, including competitive compensation, bonuses, flexible benefits, and stock options (where applicable).
• Access to leaders who are invested in your development through coaching and growth opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in our communities.
• Opportunities to work on challenging and impactful projects.
• The ability to build strong, enduring relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this position is $180,000 - $250,000, based on factors such as experience, skills, registration status, market conditions, and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, such as:

• A discretionary bonus.
• Benefits, including a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and a paid time-off plan.
• Our compensation philosophy recognizes the importance of attracting and retaining top talent by offering a competitive rewards program that:
• Supports a high-performance culture.
• Enables the achievement of strategic organizational goals.
• Generates sustainable shareholder value.

Job skills:

Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork