Director, Product - Shared Services & Middle Layer

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Nov 13, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Director will own the strategy, architecture, and roadmap for the Middle Layer and shared services capabilities to establish a scalable investment data platform. They will lead cross-functional teams to drive simplification, automation, and business ownership of data governance and operational controls.

Job details

Job Description What is the opportunity? The Director will own the strategy, business architecture, roadmap, operating model, and business outcomes for the RBC IS Middle Layer and associated Shared Services capabilities. The role will play a lead role in establishing a strategic platform capable of becoming the enterprise system of control for investment data while reducing operational dependency on technology teams and enabling greater business ownership of data governance, stewardship, workflows, and operational controls. What will you do? • Own the Middle Layer strategy, architecture, roadmap, and evolution as a reusable, business-configurable platform • Establish a scalable, configurable data and processing platform supporting business ownership of data governance • Drive the sequencing and target model of integration and rationalization of existing platforms, applications, and processes • Lead Market Data and Reconciliation as connected, managed shared services • Drive simplification, standardization, automation, reuse, and cost efficiency across all capabilities • Partner with Technology, Operations, Product, Architecture, and Data Governance to execute transformation What will you need to succeed? Must Have: • 10+ years of experience in data management, platform architecture, or product leadership in financial services or complex enterprise environments • Proven track record building or leading business-configurable platforms, data governance frameworks, or shared services organizations • Strong understanding of data architecture, ETL/ELT patterns, reconciliation processes, and middle-layer/integration layer design • Experience managing cross-functional teams and partnering with technology, operations, and business stakeholders to deliver transformation initiatives • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic vision with operational excellence, comfortable both setting direction and managing day-to-day service delivery • Executive presence and communication skills to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change across multiple business units Nice to Have: • Experience with investment data platforms, market data management, or reconciliation services in asset management or custody environments • Familiarity with modern cloud native/AI native data platforms • Background in Asset Servicing/Custody Services or knowledge of Asset Servicing products, platforms, and operating model • Experience implementing Specification-Driven Development, AI-driven discovery, or business-configurable workflow platforms • Track record of successful technology rationalization or platform consolidation initiatives that reduced costs and improved efficiency What's in it for you? • A Total Rewards program that includes flexible benefits, work/life balance and career development programs and investment and retirement savings plans • Competitive pay and high-earning potential • All the tools, training, and team support you need to grow your career • Flexible work/life balance options • RBCI software tools to boost your productivity RBC is an organization that succeeds by bringing out the best in its people. You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team that shares common values – including a fundamental respect for each other. At the heart of this is a commitment to diversity. RBC respects and responds to the many competing and evolving priorities in our lives – so you can focus on what you can do best – putting clients first. Job Skills Accountability, Analytics, Business Management, Business Strategies, Continuous Improvement, Data Delivery, Data Management, Innovation, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Services Management, Strategic Direction, Strategic Vision Additional Job Details Address: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: WEALTH MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-11-12 Application Deadline: 2026-11-28 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. 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What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in data management, platform architecture, or product leadership within complex financial environments. A proven track record in building business-configurable platforms and strong executive communication skills are essential for this role.