Senior Director, Transformation

Royal Bank of Canada • Mississauga, ON

13h • CA$135,000 - CA$185,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an exceptional leader to champion the transformation agenda across RBC Insurance and help shape the future of our organization. You will lead a high-performing team of transformation experts, oversee a portfolio of mission-critical programs, and mobilize business-wide change – accelerating strategic partnerships and shaping our business evolution.

Requirements

• 12+ years leading transformation: Proven success driving large-scale business transformations with measurable impact; track record of turning complex, multi-year initiatives into clear wins
• Leadership at scale: Experience building and leading teams of 10+ transformation professionals; ability to inspire high performance
• Portfolio management: Proven ability to manage multiple large programs simultaneously, prioritizing resources, managing dependencies, and delivering results across complex organizations
• Executive influence: Exceptional ability to align senior leaders and diverse teams; proven success building partnerships, removing roadblocks, and securing commitment to ambitious goals
• Clear communication: Can distill complex strategies into compelling narratives that resonate with different audiences—from frontline teams to the C-suite
• 8+ years in financial services: Deep, hands-on experience in banking or insurance transformation, strategy, or operations; thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and operational complexity in financial services

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of insurance-specific experience, with deep knowledge of RBCI's business, products, and market
• MBA or equivalent advanced business education
• Formal Program/Project Management Certification (PMP, Agile, SAFe, or equivalent)
• Board-level exposure or experience presenting to senior governance forums
• Experience with organizational change management frameworks and enterprise-wide adoption strategies

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing team of transformation experts; create a culture where ambitious goals are met with disciplined execution and strong risk management
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of large-scale, multi-year initiatives—from digital transformation to new venture – turning strategic priorities into clear roadmaps with defined milestones and measurable outcomes
• Drive strategic programs from concept to launch; align senior leaders across the organization and remove obstacles that slow progress
• Build partnerships—inside RBC and with external partners—that create competitive advantage and unlock new opportunities
• Secure funding for transformation initiatives, manage budgets rigorously, and demonstrate clear return on investment
• Hold teams accountable to clear standards; keep senior leadership informed with transparent progress updates and escalate risks early
• Anticipate challenges and barriers to change; lead the organization through transformation by managing adoption, building resilience, and navigating regulatory and cultural complexities

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• RBCI software tools to boost your productivity
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior