Senior Manager, Talent Development

What is the opportunity?

Are you a strategic leader with exceptional storytelling ability and a passion for developing the next generation of organizational talent? The RBC Leadership team is focused on identifying and developing leaders to drive our winning culture.

As Senior Manager, Talent Development, you will play a fungible role across the Talent Development & Programs portfolio, supporting the strategy and execution of talent identification and leadership development programming. You'll collaborate across the organization to design and execute integrated talent development initiatives, translating vision into actionable outcomes. Moving seamlessly between strategic advisory and hands-on execution, you'll create compelling narratives demonstrating program value and ROI while driving measurable business outcomes across all leadership levels.

What will you do?

• Co-design and execute end-to-end talent development strategies and programs that deliver measurable leadership capability and organizational impact
• Create compelling narratives that translate program strategy, outcomes, and business value into clear views that secure stakeholder alignment at all levels
• Collaborate with key partners across the Leadership Team, HR Talent Partners, and COEs to strengthen outcomes and execute strategic priorities
• Develop solutions aligned to RBC's leadership strategy, focusing on employee experience, human-centric design, and best-in-class talent development
• Measure program impact and ROI through data analysis; develop insights that drive decision-making and continuous portfolio improvement
• Stay connected to evolving leader needs and market trends, driving continuous improvement across the portfolio

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have:

• Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale programs in complex, matrixed organizations
• Exceptional storytelling and narrative-building skills (written and oral) with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and translate strategy, outcomes, and ROI into compelling presentations and one-pagers
• Strong program and project management expertise with demonstrated ability to execute multi-faceted initiatives, manage multiple deliverables, and meet tight timelines
• HR and business acumen, including experience in leadership development, talent management, strategy creation and execution
• Demonstrated ability to build credibility and influence with stakeholders at all levels; comfort with ambiguity and independent decision-making

Nice to Have:

• MBA or equivalent graduate/professional designations
• Consulting experience with a focus on human capital projects/clients

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. Powering ideas for People and Planet is the core of what we do.

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Opportunities to do challenging work

• Flexible work/life balance options

Job Skills

Accountability, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Human Resources Consulting, Long Term Planning, Organizational Development Issues and Practices, Process Management, Program Management, Training and Development, Workforce Analytics

Additional Job Details

ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeHUMAN RESOURCES & BMCCRegularSalaried2026-06-192026-07-03

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.