About the role
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
Are you an experienced project or portfolio manager looking to leverage your skills/experience to support the governance objectives of a functionally diverse business at RBC?
Do you have a passion for establishing frameworks that make projects successful and aligned to strategic goals?
The Chief Operating Office (COO) for Global Functions Technology (GFT) is looking for a detail-oriented Planning Manager to assist in governance requirements for all pillar PMO’s under GFT.
Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver
innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit,
Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.
This role isn’t about executing a project; its about defining how all projects run. You will be a key enabler in ensuring consistency, compliance, and visibility to all projects across GFT portfolio.
**What will you do? **
- Compliance & Assurance: Ensure all projects adhere to defined governance standards and monitor performance through regular health checks and governance audits (Quality Assurance Review)
- Subject Matter Expert & Training: Act as the champion for portfolio management governance, developing training materials and coaching stakeholders on best practices and framework adherence.
- Reporting & Metrics: Develop and maintain robust portfolio risk reports presenting initiative performance against established KPIs and other key business metrics.
- Design & Implement: Contribute to the development and adoption of a comprehensive initiative management governance framework including policies, standards, templates that align to RBC Enterprise policies and standards.
What do you need to succeed?
Must have:
- 3+ years of progressive work experience in Project Management, Portfolio Management, or a Project Management Office (PMO)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Experience with producing reports for senior leadership and business stakeholder review
- Adept organizational skills and ability to ensure accuracy, attention to detail is applied to all requirements
- Proficient analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of translating complex data into actionable governance decisions.
**Nice-to-have : **
- Proficiency with Portfolio and Project Management software (Planview)
- Experience with Tableau or SQL
#LI-POST
Job Skills
Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Project Administration, Time Management
Additional Job Details
Address:
20 KING ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-11-28
Application Deadline:
2026-01-30
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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.
About the role
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
Are you an experienced project or portfolio manager looking to leverage your skills/experience to support the governance objectives of a functionally diverse business at RBC?
Do you have a passion for establishing frameworks that make projects successful and aligned to strategic goals?
The Chief Operating Office (COO) for Global Functions Technology (GFT) is looking for a detail-oriented Planning Manager to assist in governance requirements for all pillar PMO’s under GFT.
Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver
innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit,
Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.
This role isn’t about executing a project; its about defining how all projects run. You will be a key enabler in ensuring consistency, compliance, and visibility to all projects across GFT portfolio.
**What will you do? **
- Compliance & Assurance: Ensure all projects adhere to defined governance standards and monitor performance through regular health checks and governance audits (Quality Assurance Review)
- Subject Matter Expert & Training: Act as the champion for portfolio management governance, developing training materials and coaching stakeholders on best practices and framework adherence.
- Reporting & Metrics: Develop and maintain robust portfolio risk reports presenting initiative performance against established KPIs and other key business metrics.
- Design & Implement: Contribute to the development and adoption of a comprehensive initiative management governance framework including policies, standards, templates that align to RBC Enterprise policies and standards.
What do you need to succeed?
Must have:
- 3+ years of progressive work experience in Project Management, Portfolio Management, or a Project Management Office (PMO)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Experience with producing reports for senior leadership and business stakeholder review
- Adept organizational skills and ability to ensure accuracy, attention to detail is applied to all requirements
- Proficient analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of translating complex data into actionable governance decisions.
**Nice-to-have : **
- Proficiency with Portfolio and Project Management software (Planview)
- Experience with Tableau or SQL
#LI-POST
Job Skills
Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Project Administration, Time Management
Additional Job Details
Address:
20 KING ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-11-28
Application Deadline:
2026-01-30
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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.