Director, Audit & Regulatory Liaison

What is the opportunity?

The Director, Audit & Regulatory Liaison  is a leadership role that drives the Audit and Regulatory Liaison pillar within the Wealth Management Technology (WMT) risk management function. You will ensure governance and compliance across critical operations.

As a technical leader, you’ll oversee a small team and leverage deep expertise in cybersecurity risk management to deliver strategic advisory and response services. As a critical leader in safeguarding RBC’s Wealth Management Technology ecosystem, you’ll bridge technical expertise with regulatory acumen to protect assets, uphold trust, and drive innovation in a dynamic financial landscape.

What will you do?

• Lead audit and regulatory engagements by coordinating with stakeholders to ensure evidence is submitted on time, management receives early issue indication, and remediation activities are completed within SLA timelines. Scope includes periodic audits, regulatory exams, and the annual Wealth Management internal audit plan.

• Lead US Wealth Technology risk management by serving as the central focal point for all USWM IT risk activities. Partner with the broader WMT risk management team to identify, escalate, and ensure adequate management of technology risks across the US Wealth Management technology stack.

• Monitor and report on regulatory compliance by leading preparation and execution of various internal and external, periodic regulatory presentations

• Assess application criticality by leading a comprehensive review of WMT applications to determine SOC1, SOX, and Crown Jewel applicability, with ongoing documentation and remediation tracking.

• Own operational risk program execution, including leading Risk and Control Self Assessments, coordinating control testing across WMT, and maintaining compliance documentation.

• Build strategic partnerships by developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with Audit and Group Risk Management teams to improve process efficiency and reduce remediation cycles.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• 10+ years experience evaluating general computing controls (logical access, patch & configuration management, change & incident management, etc.)

• Expert communication (verbal and written) skills, including strong appreciation of relationship management

• Expert knowledge of the global financial regulatory landscape (e.g. OSFI, FRB, NYDFS, FINRA, OCC)

• Strong knowledge in IT and operational risk management processes, methods and tools

• Strong technical knowledge and experience covering the operating systems (e.g. Unix, Windows, zOS) and database systems ( Oracle, SQL Server, DB2)

• CRISC Certification

• CISA Certification

Nice to have:

• CISSP certification

• CCSP or CCSK Certifications or demonstrable knowledge

• Knowledge of GRC tools ( ServiceNow, Archer)

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 in our communities, and achieving mutual success

• 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 and take on progressively greater accountabilities

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Job Skills

Critical Thinking, Cyber Security Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Information Security Management, Information Technology (IT) Risk, Information Technology Auditing, Information Technology Security, IT Security Architecture, Performance Management (PM), Regulatory Compliance, Security Risk Management, Technology Risk, Technology Risk Management

Additional Job Details

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeTECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSRegularSalaried2026-03-032026-03-24

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.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.