Director, Risk & Control Assessments

What is the opportunity? The Director, Risk & Control Assessments serves as a team leader within the RBC US Consolidated US Operations first line of defense, responsible for executing comprehensive risk and control management programs. This role ensures execution of risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation activities within RBC US business segments, while fostering a robust risk culture and maintaining regulatory compliance through the execution of effective risk governance frameworks. The role has accountability for leading a team of RCSA subject matter experts within a 1LoD RCSA & PRCSA center of excellence. This role requires deep expertise in RCSA and PRCSA execution, coupled with an understanding of the businesses/products in scope and expectations of regulators in the market in scope. It supports an interconnected team across businesses groups (global Capital Markets, City National Bank, RBC Bank (Georgia), US Wealth Management), and regions (US, CA, EU, Asia). The role provides direct support to 1LoD risk specialists embedded in the specified business groups and offers subject‑matter‑expert level guidance to stakeholders. It is tightly integrated into the CUSO/CM Chief Controls Office team and is essential to ensuring that the control environment across businesses is fit for purpose and operates effectively across the first line for CUSO and global CM. What will you do? Develop and Operationalize Integrated Capabilities Execute comprehensive first line of defense Risk & Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) and Process‑level RCSA (PRCSA) programs across RBC US business units, including management, maintenance, and oversight of Risk Registers; with real‑time input and assessment of inherent and residual risks in collaboration with business and functional stakeholders. Execute RCSA and PRCSA practices in alignment with established procedures and processes and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Maintain risk and control inventories across various RBC US segments. Work collaboratively with each of the CUSO 1LOD teams (Capital Markets, City National Bank, RBC Bank (Georgia), Wealth Management) to consistently execute processes related to risk and control assessments. Communicate changes to control effectiveness so that relevant CUSO CCO team members can update risk registers and other framework tools (RCSA, ORMS, etc.). Advisory Support Serve as primary liaison between first line of defense and second/third line functions for RCSA & PRCSA activities, fostering strong working relationships with stakeholders and representing the RBC US Integrated Operational Risk team at internal meetings and audit activities as required. Leadership Lead and mentor a team of risk assessment specialists, providing performance management, professional development, and career advancement guidance while ensuring optimal team productivity and capability development. What do you need to succeed? Must‑have Experience leading high‑performing teams to execute a portfolio of risk assessment activities within 1LOD, 2LOD and/or functions. Knowledge of products and services in Capital Markets, Wealth and/or Consumer businesses. Advanced knowledge in 1st line risks and regulatory controls, including across regions and products. Advanced knowledge and experience with how risks are identified and how controls are designed, tested, and integrated into risk and control registers. Proficient at independent problem solving and use of judgement when escalation is required. Nice‑to‑have Proficient in engaging with and presenting to senior executives, regulators, and committees. Experience in 1st line leadership of audits, remediation, and issues management, and experience engaging with prudential regulators. Advanced knowledge of Operations processes and complexities and control vulnerabilities therein. What's in it for you? A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company‑matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid‑time off. 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. Opportunities to do challenging work. Opportunities to build close relationships with clients. The expected salary range for this particular position is $150,000-250,000 depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs. You have the potential to earn more through RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals. RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and play a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that: Drives RBC's high‑performance culture. Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals. Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value. Job Skills Adaptability Critical Thinking Customer Service Detail‑Oriented Financial Engineering Financial Statement Analysis Investments Analysis Personal Development Personal Initiative Teamwork Additional Job Details Address: CNB, 555 FLOWER STREET:LOS ANGELES City: Los Angeles Country: United States of America Work hours/week: 40 Employment Type: Full time Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-07-01 Application Deadline: 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above #J-18808-Ljbffr RBC Capital Markets, LLC