Director, Digital and Personal Distribution Strategy
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What is the Opportunity? Join RBC as a visionary leader shaping the future of banking in a Digital-First era. As a Director of Digital & Personal Distribution Strategy, you’ll pioneer transformative strategies, as we move forward toward our ambition to become a digital-first distribution network and primary destination for Canadians to turn to for life moments. This role will focus on blending data-driven insights, digital transformation, and human-centric design to deliver seamless, personalized banking experiences across physical, digital and remote channels. What will you do? Design and advance best-in-class distribution strategies for Personal Banking, grounded in client needs, economic trends, and market dynamics. Develop and maintain sub-strategies (channel, segment, journey, role) to operationalize the vision and guide execution teams. Lead comprehensive strategic reviews to drive actionable, high-impact recommendations for DPD Leadership. Leverage global peer benchmarks, adjacent industries, fintechs, and emerging distribution models to inform strategy Analyze client and advisor behaviour and market trends to challenge internal assumptions Drive forward-thinking insights on distribution strategies, channel evolution, digitization trends, and productivity enhancement Collaborate with leaders to simplify complex decisions, presenting clear strategic options and trade-offs supported by data-driven insights and scenario planning. Lead projects from ideation to execution, managing stakeholders, timelines, while mentoring Senior Managers to elevate performance and innovation. What Do You Need to Succeed? 5 years in corporate strategy, consulting, product strategy, or large-scale transformations within Financial Services. Proven expertise in end-to-end strategy development, from problem structuring to executive recommendations. Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and business modeling, with a knack for simplifying complex data.
Expertise in Distribution, Channels, or Digital Transformation (preferred)
High-level understanding of Financial Services financial statements Strategic agility to thrive in ambiguity and drive change. Exceptional communication skills to inspire credibility and collaboration across all levels. What's in it for you? A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, and stock where applicable Work with leaders who invest in your growth through hands-on coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to take on challenging, high-impact projects Join a team where your work directly shapes the future of banking, making a lasting impact on clients and communities. Collaborate with a high-performing, progressive team that values innovation, diversity, and bold ideas Job Skills Additional Job Details Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-05-08 Application Deadline: 2026-07-28 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.
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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.
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Director, Digital and Personal Distribution Strategy
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
What is the Opportunity? Join RBC as a visionary leader shaping the future of banking in a Digital-First era. As a Director of Digital & Personal Distribution Strategy, you’ll pioneer transformative strategies, as we move forward toward our ambition to become a digital-first distribution network and primary destination for Canadians to turn to for life moments. This role will focus on blending data-driven insights, digital transformation, and human-centric design to deliver seamless, personalized banking experiences across physical, digital and remote channels. What will you do? Design and advance best-in-class distribution strategies for Personal Banking, grounded in client needs, economic trends, and market dynamics. Develop and maintain sub-strategies (channel, segment, journey, role) to operationalize the vision and guide execution teams. Lead comprehensive strategic reviews to drive actionable, high-impact recommendations for DPD Leadership. Leverage global peer benchmarks, adjacent industries, fintechs, and emerging distribution models to inform strategy Analyze client and advisor behaviour and market trends to challenge internal assumptions Drive forward-thinking insights on distribution strategies, channel evolution, digitization trends, and productivity enhancement Collaborate with leaders to simplify complex decisions, presenting clear strategic options and trade-offs supported by data-driven insights and scenario planning. Lead projects from ideation to execution, managing stakeholders, timelines, while mentoring Senior Managers to elevate performance and innovation. What Do You Need to Succeed? 5 years in corporate strategy, consulting, product strategy, or large-scale transformations within Financial Services. Proven expertise in end-to-end strategy development, from problem structuring to executive recommendations. Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and business modeling, with a knack for simplifying complex data.
Expertise in Distribution, Channels, or Digital Transformation (preferred)
High-level understanding of Financial Services financial statements Strategic agility to thrive in ambiguity and drive change. Exceptional communication skills to inspire credibility and collaboration across all levels. What's in it for you? A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, and stock where applicable Work with leaders who invest in your growth through hands-on coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to take on challenging, high-impact projects Join a team where your work directly shapes the future of banking, making a lasting impact on clients and communities. Collaborate with a high-performing, progressive team that values innovation, diversity, and bold ideas Job Skills Additional Job Details Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-05-08 Application Deadline: 2026-07-28 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.
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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.