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Director, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation (ES&T)

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RBC

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Toronto
  • 4d left

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in strategy/consulting in financial services, experience with digital models, strong project skills, and excellent interpersonal and presentation abilities. MBA preferred.
  • You will conduct strategic analyses, develop growth recommendations, support enterprise strategy processes, produce executive materials, facilitate prioritization decisions, and mentor team members.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in Corporate Strategy, Consulting, Capital Markets or product management/strategy experience within a Financial Services, FinTech or technology company
  • Experience with new/emerging businesses and digital business models
  • Demonstrated ability in project design, management and implementation
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong relationships at every level of the organization
  • Strong written and oral presentation skills and presence
  • Strong technical ability with PowerPoint, Excel and Word
  • Comfortable working in ambiguous situations and across different lines of business
  • MBA or graduate / post-graduate or professional designations or equivalent
  • Minimum five years of deep and broad management consulting experience with an emphasis on business strategy

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive strategic reviews and analyses leveraging frameworks, approaches, tools and methodologies and develop robust recommendations to support Group Executive, segment Operating Committees, and lines of business
  • Ensure growth strategies are well developed, articulated and aligned across businesses and with enterprise perspective/priorities, and proactively identify benefits such as revenue streams or cost savings opportunities
  • Support the annual enterprise strategic development process, business portfolio review, and related senior leader off sites/events to advance RBC’s strategy
  • Produce materials for Enterprise Strategy Office, Group Executive and Board for review, discussion, and decision
  • Gain the position of trusted advisor and help facilitate trade-off / prioritization decisions with senior leaders, strategists, functions, cross-functional project teams and colleagues by providing rigorous strategic insight based on thorough research and analysis
  • Lead projects end-to-end exhibiting complete ‘ownership’ of the problem, continuously pushing the thinking, while managing stakeholders, junior team members, timelines, and deliverables
  • Mentor and coach Senior Managers and Managers on the team on core strategy skills, professional development, and career management

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Director, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation (ES&T)?

The primary role of the Director, ES&T is to serve as a thought partner to senior executives, providing targeted support for complex strategic problems and developing RBC's enterprise and line of business strategies.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in Corporate Strategy, Consulting, Capital Markets, or product management/strategy within Financial Services, FinTech, or technology companies.

Is an MBA or similar qualification preferred for this role?

Yes, an MBA or a graduate/post-graduate degree or relevant professional designations are considered nice-to-have qualifications.

What kind of environment does the ES&T team provide?

The ES&T team offers a dynamic, fast-paced, and exciting environment with unique exposure to various parts of the bank, focused on skill development and career advancement.

What are some key responsibilities of the Director, ES&T?

Key responsibilities include performing strategic reviews, developing growth strategies, producing materials for senior leadership, and mentoring team members.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the team provides opportunities for skill development and career advancement in a high-performance area of the bank.

What is the application deadline for this position?

The application deadline for the Director, ES&T position is October 15, 2024.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at Bay Wellington Tower, 181 Bay St, Toronto, Canada.

What is the expected work hours per week for this role?

The expected work hours per week for this role are 37.5 hours.

What type of employment is this job?

This job is a full-time, regular position.

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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 88,000+ 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 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 rbc.com/community-social-impact.