Managing Director, Data Product Lead - COO Group

Own enterprise data products across Capital Markets. This role is part of RBC Capital Markets Data Strategy & Execution and is responsible for delivering trusted, governed, AI-ready 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:
  • Deep Capital Markets domain expertise.
  • Proven leadership in enterprise data strategy, governance or engineering.
• Technical:
  • 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:
  • Adaptability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Service
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Financial Engineering
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Investments Analysis
  • Personal Development
  • Personal Initiative
  • Teamwork

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree.
• Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Collibra, cloud platforms and AI-enabled data management.

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 $300,000 - $400,000, 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.
• Generates sustainable shareholder value.

Schedule

• Work hours/week: 40
• Employment Type: Full time

Location: Goldman Sachs Tower, 30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, United States of America