About the role
Job Description
Director, Global Project Management Office
As Director, Global Project Management Office for the CAE Group at RBC, you will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of project delivery across our function, drive transformational change and excellence in execution.
In this role, you will collaborate with senior leadership to chart the course for strategic execution. You will be responsible for stewardship of critical programs from conception through delivery, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives, and driving operational excellence within one of North America's leading financial institutions.
This is a great opportunity for an energetic self-starter who thrives on enabling teams, and driving measurable impact at scale. Your expertise in strategic planning, relationship management skills, as well as a passion for innovation and collaboration are key to your success.
Come explore RBC CAE Group – where knowledge, curiosity, and foresight come together.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide function-wide oversight of the strategic project & investment portfolio, ensuring optimal resource allocation and alignment with organizational priorities
- End-to-end management and delivery of complex, high-impact programs to ensure strategy alignment, stakeholder/sponsor engagement, and achievement of organizational objectives.
- Lead project management execution for priority initiatives, and provide direction, coaching and mentorship to project practitioners responsible for the delivery of key initiatives
- Champion the adoption and maturation of Agile methodologies across the function, providing guidance and coaching to project teams on Agile approaches and hybrid delivery models
- Establish and maintain governance over the Project Audit Center of Excellence
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on project delivery strategies and change
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive project/program management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Proven track record managing large-scale, complex portfolios in a global enterprise environment
- Demonstrated success leading Agile transformations and implementing governance frameworks
- Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries preferred
- PMP certification required, Agile certification strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinker with exceptional business acumen and ability to translate strategy into execution
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence without authority across all organizational levels
- Excellence in stakeholder management, communication, and relationship building
- Expertise in portfolio management tools, methodologies, and metrics
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Why RBC
At RBC, our purpose is to help clients thrive and communities prosper. As one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies and one of Canada's most respected corporations, we are proud of our employees who bring our vision, values, and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee can bring their whole self to work and realize their potential.
We recognize that our ability to attract and retain top talent depends on creating an environment where people can build meaningful careers while achieving personal and professional growth. We offer challenging work, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to make a positive impact on clients, colleagues, and communities.
Royal Bank of Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and Indigenous peoples.
Job Skills
Adaptability, Auditing, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Multi-Level Communication, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Results-Oriented
Additional Job Details
Address:
20 KING ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
INTERNAL AUDIT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-10-14
Application Deadline:
2025-11-16
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
I****nclusion 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.
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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.
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
Director, Global Project Management Office
As Director, Global Project Management Office for the CAE Group at RBC, you will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of project delivery across our function, drive transformational change and excellence in execution.
In this role, you will collaborate with senior leadership to chart the course for strategic execution. You will be responsible for stewardship of critical programs from conception through delivery, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives, and driving operational excellence within one of North America's leading financial institutions.
This is a great opportunity for an energetic self-starter who thrives on enabling teams, and driving measurable impact at scale. Your expertise in strategic planning, relationship management skills, as well as a passion for innovation and collaboration are key to your success.
Come explore RBC CAE Group – where knowledge, curiosity, and foresight come together.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide function-wide oversight of the strategic project & investment portfolio, ensuring optimal resource allocation and alignment with organizational priorities
- End-to-end management and delivery of complex, high-impact programs to ensure strategy alignment, stakeholder/sponsor engagement, and achievement of organizational objectives.
- Lead project management execution for priority initiatives, and provide direction, coaching and mentorship to project practitioners responsible for the delivery of key initiatives
- Champion the adoption and maturation of Agile methodologies across the function, providing guidance and coaching to project teams on Agile approaches and hybrid delivery models
- Establish and maintain governance over the Project Audit Center of Excellence
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on project delivery strategies and change
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive project/program management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Proven track record managing large-scale, complex portfolios in a global enterprise environment
- Demonstrated success leading Agile transformations and implementing governance frameworks
- Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries preferred
- PMP certification required, Agile certification strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinker with exceptional business acumen and ability to translate strategy into execution
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence without authority across all organizational levels
- Excellence in stakeholder management, communication, and relationship building
- Expertise in portfolio management tools, methodologies, and metrics
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Why RBC
At RBC, our purpose is to help clients thrive and communities prosper. As one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies and one of Canada's most respected corporations, we are proud of our employees who bring our vision, values, and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee can bring their whole self to work and realize their potential.
We recognize that our ability to attract and retain top talent depends on creating an environment where people can build meaningful careers while achieving personal and professional growth. We offer challenging work, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to make a positive impact on clients, colleagues, and communities.
Royal Bank of Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and Indigenous peoples.
Job Skills
Adaptability, Auditing, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Multi-Level Communication, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Results-Oriented
Additional Job Details
Address:
20 KING ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
INTERNAL AUDIT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-10-14
Application Deadline:
2025-11-16
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
I****nclusion 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.
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.
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.