Associate Director, U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory & Strategy
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
Support the Director Head of US Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory in respect to oversight and support for the Financial Crimes program, working with stakeholders including the BSA Officers and Deputies to assist with supervision and day to day management of assigned deliverables under the Financial Crimes program.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Act as a subject matter expert on Capital Markets products, providing strategic guidance on financial crime and AML risk exposure.
- Manage the evaluation of new products and business initiatives submitted through the New Business Committee for AML, Financial Crimes and Sanctions Risk.
- Assist in assessing product risk through responses for the annual Enterprise RBC AML and ABAC Risk Assessment and the BSA/AML risk assessment specific to the U.S. Capital Markets.
- Track and analyze new regulations and guidance and provide feedback regarding overall impact on U.S. entities to Senior Management and the RBC Enterprise
- Manage the review and approval of Standby Letters of Credit and related escalations in the Fircosoft and T360 systems
- Enhance and update AML & Financial Crimes related policies and procedures.
- Draft and delivery supplemental AML training to the business and infrastructure groups as needed, update training materials.
- Act as a subject matter expert to provide specialist advice, guidance and direction to team members on money laundering, financing of terrorism and related issues as it pertains to the US Capital Markets business and related entities
- Where required attend internal committee meetings and external on behalf of the US AML Management
- Establish strong working relationships across business units and platforms to build influence and impact with key business partners. Collaborate with groups to define and achieve deliverables and ensure initiatives are effectively integrated into RBC procedures and processes.
- Facilitate the development of controls for mitigating AML risks, meeting regulatory requirements and other expectations.
- Maintain industry expertise through regular participation in AML related forums and training.
- Assist with coordinating responses to independent AML related audits and regulatory examinations.
- Support the Director of US Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory in managing new initiatives related to Client Risk Rating and Know Your Customer.
- Manage the implementation of multiple concurrent initiatives of varying complexity in a time efficient manner. Monitor and control activities according to plan.
- Implement and manage U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes program assigned controls, including engaging with key stakeholders and managing control updates in the system.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Must have:
- Undergraduate degree coupled with change management experience in complex programs with high frequency of requests and multiple priorities.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- In-depth knowledge of Capital Markets products, their trade lifecycles, settlement flows, and their use in Financial Crimes
- Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication skills along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.
- Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities.
- A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
- Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Nice-to-have :
- Experience in a matrix environment, such as a large, publicly traded corporation.
- Ability to facilitate between and influence key decision makers.
- Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses.
- Understanding of relevant emerging risks, a plus (e.g. cryptocurrency) preferred.
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
- A world-class training program in financial services
- Flexible work/life balance options
- Opportunities to do challenging work
The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $110,000 - $190,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.
RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:
· Drives RBC’s high performance culture
· Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
· Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value
#LI-POST
Job Skills
Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business Perspective, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Process Management, Strategic Thinking
Additional Job Details
Address:
GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITY
City:
Jersey City
Country:
United States of America
Work hours/week:
40
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-08-08
Application Deadline:
2025-09-30
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.
Associate Director, U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory & Strategy
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
Support the Director Head of US Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory in respect to oversight and support for the Financial Crimes program, working with stakeholders including the BSA Officers and Deputies to assist with supervision and day to day management of assigned deliverables under the Financial Crimes program.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Act as a subject matter expert on Capital Markets products, providing strategic guidance on financial crime and AML risk exposure.
- Manage the evaluation of new products and business initiatives submitted through the New Business Committee for AML, Financial Crimes and Sanctions Risk.
- Assist in assessing product risk through responses for the annual Enterprise RBC AML and ABAC Risk Assessment and the BSA/AML risk assessment specific to the U.S. Capital Markets.
- Track and analyze new regulations and guidance and provide feedback regarding overall impact on U.S. entities to Senior Management and the RBC Enterprise
- Manage the review and approval of Standby Letters of Credit and related escalations in the Fircosoft and T360 systems
- Enhance and update AML & Financial Crimes related policies and procedures.
- Draft and delivery supplemental AML training to the business and infrastructure groups as needed, update training materials.
- Act as a subject matter expert to provide specialist advice, guidance and direction to team members on money laundering, financing of terrorism and related issues as it pertains to the US Capital Markets business and related entities
- Where required attend internal committee meetings and external on behalf of the US AML Management
- Establish strong working relationships across business units and platforms to build influence and impact with key business partners. Collaborate with groups to define and achieve deliverables and ensure initiatives are effectively integrated into RBC procedures and processes.
- Facilitate the development of controls for mitigating AML risks, meeting regulatory requirements and other expectations.
- Maintain industry expertise through regular participation in AML related forums and training.
- Assist with coordinating responses to independent AML related audits and regulatory examinations.
- Support the Director of US Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory in managing new initiatives related to Client Risk Rating and Know Your Customer.
- Manage the implementation of multiple concurrent initiatives of varying complexity in a time efficient manner. Monitor and control activities according to plan.
- Implement and manage U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes program assigned controls, including engaging with key stakeholders and managing control updates in the system.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Must have:
- Undergraduate degree coupled with change management experience in complex programs with high frequency of requests and multiple priorities.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- In-depth knowledge of Capital Markets products, their trade lifecycles, settlement flows, and their use in Financial Crimes
- Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication skills along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.
- Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities.
- A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
- Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Nice-to-have :
- Experience in a matrix environment, such as a large, publicly traded corporation.
- Ability to facilitate between and influence key decision makers.
- Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses.
- Understanding of relevant emerging risks, a plus (e.g. cryptocurrency) preferred.
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
- A world-class training program in financial services
- Flexible work/life balance options
- Opportunities to do challenging work
The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $110,000 - $190,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.
RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:
· Drives RBC’s high performance culture
· Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
· Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value
#LI-POST
Job Skills
Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business Perspective, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Process Management, Strategic Thinking
Additional Job Details
Address:
GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITY
City:
Jersey City
Country:
United States of America
Work hours/week:
40
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2025-08-08
Application Deadline:
2025-09-30
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.