Senior Consultant, Wills and Trusts Resource Group (Civil Law)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
As a member of the Wills and Trusts Resource Group (WTRG), the Senior Consultant will be part of the centre of technical and legal expertise on fiduciary matters for Canadian Wealth Management businesses. The role will primarily involve legal support, analysis, and recommendations to RBC Canadian Wealth Management businesses on estate, trust, and power of attorney account administration and maintenance issues. The position will support revenue generation through retention of funds by improving the client experience on estate settlements and the opening of new trust accounts and will help minimize risk and promote consistency in business practices across RBC Canadian Wealth Management.
What will you do?
- Conduct legal research, perform analyses, and provide guidance on estate, trust, and power of attorney issues escalated by the Canadian Wealth Management businesses and functional groups.
- Utilize knowledge of relevant jurisdictional laws and principles and prioritize escalation of estate and trust account issues based on urgency to provide timely recommendations.
- Act as subject matter expert and support Wealth Management Canada businesses on estate, trust, and power of attorney initiatives and policy development to help manage risk and promote consistency in business practices across all lines of business.
- Act as coach and mentor to junior consultants and to third-party vendors on legal issues and documentation review and be the first point of contact for junior consultants on legal and risk issues and questions.
- Remain current in developments in fiduciary law (common law or civil law, as appropriate).
- Represent WTRG and RBC Wealth Management at periodic internal and external seminars and participate in thought leadership activities (e.g., publications, presentations, etc.).
- Identify trends in estate, trust, and power of attorney account issues and assist the business in developing policies and procedures to address identified issues and gaps.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Membership in good standing with the Barreau du Québec or Chambre des notaires du Québec
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in estate and trust industry, legal consulting, etc.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to self-manage, think independently, and analyze complex issues
- Willingness to participate in continued learning of both civil and common law estate and trust concepts and principles
- Bilingualism (English and French) required, as you will regularly do business with RBC partners and/or employees across Canada with English and French speaking needs
Nice-to-have
- MTI or TEP designation
- Master of Laws in Notarial Law (LL.M.)
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 to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- 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
Job Skills
Additional Job Details
Address:
1 PLACE VILLE MARIE:MONTRÉAL
City:
Montréal
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-05-20
Application Deadline:
2026-05-27
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At 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 opportunity for all.
Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
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.
Not the right fit? Search for Consultant, Wills and Trusts Resource Group jobs in Montréal, QC
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.
Similar Jobs
Senior Consultant, Wills and Trusts Resource Group (Civil Law)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
As a member of the Wills and Trusts Resource Group (WTRG), the Senior Consultant will be part of the centre of technical and legal expertise on fiduciary matters for Canadian Wealth Management businesses. The role will primarily involve legal support, analysis, and recommendations to RBC Canadian Wealth Management businesses on estate, trust, and power of attorney account administration and maintenance issues. The position will support revenue generation through retention of funds by improving the client experience on estate settlements and the opening of new trust accounts and will help minimize risk and promote consistency in business practices across RBC Canadian Wealth Management.
What will you do?
- Conduct legal research, perform analyses, and provide guidance on estate, trust, and power of attorney issues escalated by the Canadian Wealth Management businesses and functional groups.
- Utilize knowledge of relevant jurisdictional laws and principles and prioritize escalation of estate and trust account issues based on urgency to provide timely recommendations.
- Act as subject matter expert and support Wealth Management Canada businesses on estate, trust, and power of attorney initiatives and policy development to help manage risk and promote consistency in business practices across all lines of business.
- Act as coach and mentor to junior consultants and to third-party vendors on legal issues and documentation review and be the first point of contact for junior consultants on legal and risk issues and questions.
- Remain current in developments in fiduciary law (common law or civil law, as appropriate).
- Represent WTRG and RBC Wealth Management at periodic internal and external seminars and participate in thought leadership activities (e.g., publications, presentations, etc.).
- Identify trends in estate, trust, and power of attorney account issues and assist the business in developing policies and procedures to address identified issues and gaps.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Membership in good standing with the Barreau du Québec or Chambre des notaires du Québec
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in estate and trust industry, legal consulting, etc.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to self-manage, think independently, and analyze complex issues
- Willingness to participate in continued learning of both civil and common law estate and trust concepts and principles
- Bilingualism (English and French) required, as you will regularly do business with RBC partners and/or employees across Canada with English and French speaking needs
Nice-to-have
- MTI or TEP designation
- Master of Laws in Notarial Law (LL.M.)
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 to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- 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
Job Skills
Additional Job Details
Address:
1 PLACE VILLE MARIE:MONTRÉAL
City:
Montréal
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-05-20
Application Deadline:
2026-05-27
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At 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 opportunity for all.
Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
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.
Not the right fit? Search for Consultant, Wills and Trusts Resource Group jobs in Montréal, QC
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.