Director, Digital and Personal Distribution Strategy

RBC • Toronto, ON

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in Distribution, Channels, or Digital Transformation

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed