Job DescriptionWhat is the Opportunity?RBC WII Business Technology is seeking an exceptionally strategically minded and collaborative leader to drive transformation and strategic optimization across our global Insurance, Investor Services, and Wealth Management Europe businesses. In this role, you will translate enterprise strategy into compelling initiatives that engage and influence technology leaders and business stakeholders across ~1,800 global team members. You will build critical bridges between business lines, fostering a culture of collaboration while championing efficiency and optimization initiatives that deliver measurable strategic value. This is an opportunity to influence peers and senior technical leadership, demonstrating thought leadership in how we operate and modernize our technology landscape across multiple complex business units.What will you do?Strategic Vision & Influence:Translate complex IT strategy into integrated, business-aligned programs with clear value propositions that resonate across multiple business linesInfluence and align senior technical leaders and business stakeholders toward strategic optimization and efficiency priorities, building consensus across competing prioritiesChampion a culture of strategic thinking and collaborative problem-solving across the ~1,800 global technology organizationStakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building:Build and nurture strategic relationships with business partners across Wealth Management Europe, Insurance, and Investor Services, serving as a trusted advisor and thought leaderFacilitate cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos between business and technology teams to ensure seamless executionCommunicate program value, progress, and strategic impact to executive audiences with clarity and influenceProgram Delivery & Execution:Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale IT strategic initiatives (digital transformation, cloud & data platform adoption, data modernization), ensuring alignment with enterprise prioritiesEstablish governance models, steering committees, and executive reporting mechanisms to track progress, risks, and benefits realizationManage all aspects of program implementation, ensuring quality standards, timelines, and business outcomes are achievedFinancial & Strategic Measurement:Plan, monitor,



and measure program development to ensure strategic measures and KPIs deliver quantifiable business valueTrack and oversee financial performance and strategic impact, providing transparent reporting to senior leadershipRisk & Continuous Improvement:Anticipate, identify, and resolve challenges through proactive mitigation strategies and escalation where necessaryIdentify opportunities for process optimization and engineering mindset behaviors that improve efficiency across the technology organizationKey Organizational Relationships:Wealth Management Europe Technology LeadershipInsurance Technology LeadershipInvestor Services Technology LeadershipGlobal T&O Leadership and Peer Program Leaders~1,800 technology professionals across WII Business TechnologyRBC Enterprise Strategy and Strategic Initiatives LeadershipCross-functional Business and Technology TeamsWhat do you need to succeed?Must have:5+ years of relevant experience in financial services, with demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional transformation initiativesProven ability to influence and align senior technical and business leaders around strategic priorities (not just managing up, but shaping direction)Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills; known for building trust and breaking down organizational silosStrategic thinking and complex problem-solving with a demonstrated track record of driving optimization and efficiency initiativesMastery of program and project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMBoK, or equivalent frameworks)Strong facilitation and communication skills,



with ability to communicate strategic value to diverse audiences (technical and non-technical)Demonstrated leadership impact and influence across peer and senior levelsAnalytical and structured approach with comfort working with metrics and KPIs to drive decisionsEngineering or optimization mindset; proactive in identifying and championing process improvementsNice-to-have:PMP or PRINCE2 certificationChange management or organizational development certificationLean Six Sigma or process optimization certificationDemonstrated experience in one or more of: digital transformation, cloud adoption, data modernization, or technology modernization programsBackground in multi-business line or matrix organization environmentsExperience influencing and engaging with C-suite or senior executive audiencesExposure to AI, automation, or emerging technology adoption initiativesWhat's in it for you?A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesJob SkillsBusiness Oriented, Communication, Corporate Strategies, Design, Group Problem Solving, Leading Project Teams, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Project Administration, Strategic Objectives, Time Management, Transformation Strategy, Waterfall ModelAdditional Job DetailsAddress:RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOCity:TorontoCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2026-08-07Application Deadline:2026-09-26Our Employment OpportunitiesAt RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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 chance for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Strategy Transformation Program Manager (Toronto)
🏢 RBC
📍 Toronto