Senior Analyst, Investment Policy

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

RBC is seeking an experienced Senior Analyst, Investment Policy. This role combines analytical expertise with cross-functional collaboration to lead project execution on performance, portfolio management, compliance monitoring, and trading initiatives at RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM). The successful candidate will drive process improvements, maintain portfolio risk monitoring practices, and support the development and enhancement of investment solutions across our institutional and wealth management offerings.

What will you do?

• Monitor and report compliance breaches generated from Trade Order Management System to ensure funds are managed in accordance with investment guidelines and regulatory rules
• Prepare daily breach reports, monthly Investment Mandate Review reports, and various compliance reports
• Collaborate with IT and support groups on automation of data feeds to reduce data exceptions and address data gaps
• Lead/Support process and data flow automation initiatives in the Investment Policy area
• Participate in investment policy statement development for funds and segregated accounts
• Develop and test investment models to assist with new investment solutions development process
• Conduct back-testing of proposed investment strategies and leverage investment expertise to benefit clients
• Monitor trading activity, including best execution monitoring, exception reporting analysis, and post-trade P&L threshold reviews
• Conduct annual reviews and screen/approve instruments in compliance with applicable policies
• Act as liaison with RBC GAM IT team for developing and implementing new applications and system enhancements
• Provide support for internal and external audits and ad-hoc requests from Legal, Compliance, and other GAM teams
• Engage in various front office projects as required

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in investment management, portfolio analytics, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Access database
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of regional and local financial markets, economic disciplines, and regulation
• In-depth knowledge of investment industry products and services
• Proficiency with Morningstar, eVestment, Bloomberg, and Trade Order Management Systems (e.g., Charles River Development)
• Demonstrated experience with compliance systems, risk monitoring, and investment policy frameworks
• Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration and project delivery

Nice-to-have

• CFA designation or progress toward CFA
• Proficiency in programming languages (SQL, R, Python, MATLAB, etc.)
• Familiarity with derivatives instruments (IRS, CDS/CDX, FX) and their trade workflows
• Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously under demanding deadlines

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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities             
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

Job Skills

Critical Thinking, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Services Industry, Fund Analysis, Investment Banking, Investment Banking Analysis, Investment Performance Measurement, Investment Risk Management, Investments Analysis

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:

2026-08-12

Application Deadline:

2026-08-27

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Compensation for this position (including salary and discretionary/variable payments) will be determined by factors, including but not limited to candidate's experience, skills, registration status, performance, individual goals, market conditions, and business needs.

Pay Range

The expected pay range for this position is:

$67,000.00 - $110,000.00

The pay range provided is for the primary work location referenced in the Additional Job Details section of this job posting. Pay ranges may differ based on location. If the posting lists multiple job locations, a recruiter can confirm availability of the role and the relevant pay rage for the additional locations listed. RBC supports pay transparency and we strive to ensure all pay ranges are competitive, fair, and equitable.

You have the potential to earn RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided that business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

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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