Senior Manager, Capital Markets, Internal Audit

What is the opportunity?

As a Senior Manager, Capital Markets, Internal Audit you will assess the effectiveness of corporate governance processes, risk management practices, and internal controls in the Capital Markets platform of RBC. You will take a strategic approach to engagements that incorporate emerging risks and the implementation of new approaches and techniques. This role will operate within a global resource model; assigned to a home platform but capable of working in any RBC platform as part of a pool of resources.

We are looking for an eager and high performing individual with an interest in continuing to develop their already advanced audit and data analytics skills. During your tenure, you will gain exposure to RBC Capital Markets products, business lines, and platforms with the aim of becoming a subject matter expert. You will also work with management in achieving business objectives by identifying opportunities to improve business operations, while remaining objective and independent.

RBC Internal Audit leverages a unique perspective with a coordinated view across the entire business to deliver valuable advice that not only gives assurance, but that illuminates a bigger picture, connects dots, builds best practices, and broadens possibilities. We connect intelligence to protect and enable RBC.

• Contribute to and manage integrated audit teams in the planning, execution and reporting of audits and reviews of various businesses within RBC Capital Markets – Global Markets, Corporate and Investments Banking, and Capital Markets Operations.
• Develop, draft and review recommendations relating to audit programs and sampling techniques.
• Assess the effectiveness of governance processes, risk management practices, and internal controls to complete audit programs.
• Uncover patterns, insights, trends, and anomalies through data analytics, AI tools, and other tools.
• Assist with regulatory requests in all regions and provide support on key projects and audits.
• Respond to stakeholder needs quickly and efficiently, while building constructive relationships with Internal Audit peers and business partners.
• Participate in annual audit planning activities as required (e.g., risk assessment activities).
• Contribute to the development of peers by providing direction and coaching; impart specialized skills to other audit team members through peer discussions and cooperation on integrated audits.
• Participate in ad hoc projects as requested by management.

• CA or CPA in good standing or similar equivalent undergraduate degree with a financial services background.
• Minimum 4+ years of Financial Institution (preferably Banking) experience / previous audit experience.
• Proficient in project management and auditing principles and techniques.
• Self-driven team player with aptitude and desire to work in a dynamically changing environment, able to manage multiple tasks under tight/competing deadlines and champion change.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with team members and senior stakeholders.
• Foundational capabilities in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and ability to learn new systems rapidly.

• Capital Markets business or functional experience.
• Finance degree and/or CFA/FRM certification.
• Understanding of the principles of Credit Risk, Market Risk, and Operational Risk.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Data analytics capability.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Adaptability, Audit Internal Controls, Capital Markets, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Multi-Level Communication, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Prioritization, Professional Judgement, Project Auditing, Resilience…