Director, Market, Risk & Securities Data Lead - COO Group
About the role
Lead market and reference data as part of RBC Capital Markets Data Strategy & Execution. This role is responsible for delivering trusted, governed, AI-ready data capabilities. The Market, Risk & Securities Data Lead will define strategy, lead execution, partner across business and technology, and deliver measurable business value through modern data capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop domain strategy aligned with Capital Markets objectives.
- Partner with business, technology, operations, risk, and finance.
- Define target-state architecture and roadmap.
- Lead strategic transformation initiatives.
- Drive data quality, controls, and governance.
- Establish business KPIs and value realization metrics.
- Manage stakeholder communications up to executive level.
- Champion cloud, AI, and automation.
- Develop reusable data products and APIs.
- Mentor teams and foster innovation.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
- Support investment planning and prioritization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
- 10+ years of relevant Capital Markets experience.
- Strong communication and executive presentation skills.
- Experience delivering enterprise-scale transformation.
- Ability to lead cross-functional global teams.
Skills
Must-Have Skills
- Deep Capital Markets domain expertise.
- Proven leadership in enterprise data strategy, governance, or engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree.
- Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Collibra, cloud platforms, and AI-enabled data management.
Technical Skills
- SQL/Python
- Cloud Data Platforms
- Data Modeling
- Metadata & Lineage
- API Integration
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Executive communication
- Influencing without authority
- Talent development
- Outcome-driven execution
Additional Skills
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Detail-Oriented
- Financial Engineering
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Investments Analysis
- Personal Development
- Personal Initiative
- Teamwork
Success Metrics / KPIs
- Data quality improvement
- Reduction in manual processes
- Delivery against roadmap
- Stakeholder satisfaction
- Business value realized
Key Stakeholders
- Front Office
- COO
- Operations
- Technology
- Risk
- Finance
- Compliance
- Architecture
- Data Governance
- AI teams
Benefits
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including competitive compensation, bonuses, flexible benefits, and stock options (where applicable).
- Access to leaders who are invested in your development through coaching and growth opportunities.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in our communities.
- Opportunities to work on challenging and impactful projects.
- The ability to build strong, enduring relationships with clients.
Pay
The expected salary range for this position is $180,000 - $250,000, based on factors such as experience, skills, registration status, market conditions, and business needs. This range does not include other elements of total compensation, such as a discretionary bonus, benefits (including a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), and a paid time-off plan.
Our compensation philosophy recognizes the importance of attracting and retaining top talent by offering a competitive rewards program that supports a high-performance culture, enables the achievement of strategic organizational goals, and generates sustainable shareholder value.
Schedule
- Work hours/week: 40
- Employment Type: Full time
- Job Type: Regular
- Pay Type: Salaried
Location: Goldman Sachs Tower, 30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, United States of America.