RBC Brewin Dolphin – Business Manager (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
About the role
Job Description
What is the Opportunity?
The Intermediary channel was established in 2012 and has expanded steadily since then. The channel now manages more than £25bn of assets, is the fastest growing area within RBC Brewin Dolphin.
We are now seeking a Business Manager on a 12-month fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. The role is based in London, and we are looking for the successful candidate to start in February 2026. The Business Manager will work closely with the Head of Planning & Execution in delivering key objectives and business initiatives for the Intermediaries channel. The Business Manager will work across functions and with specific Heads who manage the firm’s offices and other key individuals within Intermediaries Office, Governance, Change, Compliance, Risk, Legal, Finance and Marketing functions.
You will be a motivated self-starter, that is confident in planning and contributing to key business initiatives from inception to completion, in a rapidly changing business environment. Teamwork is an important element, and the Business Manager will need to work at pace and be comfortable to ensure productivity is efficient and deadlines are achieved.
RBC’s expectation is that all employees and contractors will work in the office with some flexibility to work up to 1 day per week remotely, depending on working arrangements.
**What will you do? **
- Support the Head of Planning & Execution, in coordinating and delivering strategic business projects and initiatives, providing constructive challenge and solutions.
- Lead and work to deliver on the current Remediation Project to strengthen our process and policy.
- Represent Intermediaries in Change working groups and business implementation readiness boards.
- Prepare papers for discussion on key topics for the ManCo and other senior management and governance committees.
- Manage any Intermediary Client Literature, including the review and updating of all Business owed documents, working with applicable internal teams to ensure timely submission to the Client Literature Forum.
- Work with ManCo members to complete and submit Risk Control Self-Assessment for the Channel.
- Prepare for meetings, working groups, production of meeting materials and other initiatives.
- Extract and monitor other key KRIs, Management Information and other data, as required.
- Coordinate and produce relevant communications for internal and external recipients.
- Support the Target Operating Model which involves regular engagement with other BD business partners / teams, such as HR, Change, Finance, Marketing, Business Management, Business Support, and Intermediaries Office – including Senior Management.
- Perform ad-hoc research and analysis as needed to support ongoing initiatives.
**What do you need to succeed?
Must-have **
-
Experience in a similar role such as; business management, operations, project delivery or other related position, within the financial services industry.
-
Experienced at managing business projects and initiatives in a structured manner.
-
Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
-
Meticulous attention to detail, taking pride in high quality output.
-
Comfortable interacting with people at all levels of the organisation and challenging demands, if necessary
-
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and have the confidence to work with Senior Management and ManCo members.
-
Flexibility to travel across RBCBD’s branch network, as needed.
-
Able to focus on priorities and follow tasks through to completion
What is 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.
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
- Opportunities to work with the best in the field.
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Agency Notice
RBC Group does not accept agency resumés. Please do not forward resumés to our employees, nor any other company location. RBC Group only pay fees to agencies where they have entered into a prior agreement to do so and in any event do not pay fees related to unsolicited resumés. Please contact the Recruitment function for additional details.
#RBCBD
Job Skills
Business Appraisals, Business Process Design, Business Process Improvements, Business Process Modeling, Configuration Management (CM), Crisis Management, Effectiveness Measurement, Implementation, Requirements Analysis, Workflow Analysis
Additional Job Details
Address:
12 SMITHFIELD STREET:LONDON
City:
London
Country:
United Kingdom
Work hours/week:
35
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Contract (Fixed Term)
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-11-19
Application Deadline:
2025-12-03
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
RBC Brewin Dolphin – Business Manager (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
About the role
Job Description
What is the Opportunity?
The Intermediary channel was established in 2012 and has expanded steadily since then. The channel now manages more than £25bn of assets, is the fastest growing area within RBC Brewin Dolphin.
We are now seeking a Business Manager on a 12-month fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. The role is based in London, and we are looking for the successful candidate to start in February 2026. The Business Manager will work closely with the Head of Planning & Execution in delivering key objectives and business initiatives for the Intermediaries channel. The Business Manager will work across functions and with specific Heads who manage the firm’s offices and other key individuals within Intermediaries Office, Governance, Change, Compliance, Risk, Legal, Finance and Marketing functions.
You will be a motivated self-starter, that is confident in planning and contributing to key business initiatives from inception to completion, in a rapidly changing business environment. Teamwork is an important element, and the Business Manager will need to work at pace and be comfortable to ensure productivity is efficient and deadlines are achieved.
RBC’s expectation is that all employees and contractors will work in the office with some flexibility to work up to 1 day per week remotely, depending on working arrangements.
**What will you do? **
- Support the Head of Planning & Execution, in coordinating and delivering strategic business projects and initiatives, providing constructive challenge and solutions.
- Lead and work to deliver on the current Remediation Project to strengthen our process and policy.
- Represent Intermediaries in Change working groups and business implementation readiness boards.
- Prepare papers for discussion on key topics for the ManCo and other senior management and governance committees.
- Manage any Intermediary Client Literature, including the review and updating of all Business owed documents, working with applicable internal teams to ensure timely submission to the Client Literature Forum.
- Work with ManCo members to complete and submit Risk Control Self-Assessment for the Channel.
- Prepare for meetings, working groups, production of meeting materials and other initiatives.
- Extract and monitor other key KRIs, Management Information and other data, as required.
- Coordinate and produce relevant communications for internal and external recipients.
- Support the Target Operating Model which involves regular engagement with other BD business partners / teams, such as HR, Change, Finance, Marketing, Business Management, Business Support, and Intermediaries Office – including Senior Management.
- Perform ad-hoc research and analysis as needed to support ongoing initiatives.
**What do you need to succeed?
Must-have **
-
Experience in a similar role such as; business management, operations, project delivery or other related position, within the financial services industry.
-
Experienced at managing business projects and initiatives in a structured manner.
-
Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
-
Meticulous attention to detail, taking pride in high quality output.
-
Comfortable interacting with people at all levels of the organisation and challenging demands, if necessary
-
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and have the confidence to work with Senior Management and ManCo members.
-
Flexibility to travel across RBCBD’s branch network, as needed.
-
Able to focus on priorities and follow tasks through to completion
What is 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.
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
- Opportunities to work with the best in the field.
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Agency Notice
RBC Group does not accept agency resumés. Please do not forward resumés to our employees, nor any other company location. RBC Group only pay fees to agencies where they have entered into a prior agreement to do so and in any event do not pay fees related to unsolicited resumés. Please contact the Recruitment function for additional details.
#RBCBD
Job Skills
Business Appraisals, Business Process Design, Business Process Improvements, Business Process Modeling, Configuration Management (CM), Crisis Management, Effectiveness Measurement, Implementation, Requirements Analysis, Workflow Analysis
Additional Job Details
Address:
12 SMITHFIELD STREET:LONDON
City:
London
Country:
United Kingdom
Work hours/week:
35
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Contract (Fixed Term)
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-11-19
Application Deadline:
2025-12-03
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.