What is the Opportunity?
As Senior Manager, Analytics and Insights, you will report to the Director, Strategy and Portfolio Management. You are responsible for generating data-driven insights, developing analytics capabilities, and delivering actionable intelligence to support strategic portfolio decisions and project execution across the enterprise.
This role provides the opportunity to leverage strengths such as: strategic thinking, advanced analytical capabilities, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to driving measurable business impact through insights-led decision making. You will specialize in translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that directly influence project delivery and portfolio performance.
What will you do?
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Lead the development and delivery of strategic analytics initiatives that measure project success, portfolio health, and strategic goal achievement, including spend tracking, resource utilization, and benefit realization
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Design and build comprehensive dashboards and reporting solutions that provide real-time visibility into project performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and portfolio progress against strategic objectives
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Conduct deep-dive analysis on strategic initiatives to identify trends, dependencies, risks, and opportunities that impact project delivery and business outcomes
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Lead preparation of executive-level insights and presentations for senior leadership and the Portfolio Oversight Group to enable informed strategic decision-making
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Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and innovative analytical techniques (including AI/ML capabilities) to enhance the quality, efficiency, and timeliness of analytics delivery
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Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into analytics solutions that support project delivery and strategic alignment
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Provide ongoing advisory support to portfolio managers, project leads, and business stakeholders on analytics, performance trends, and strategic insights
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Develop and implement governance frameworks for data quality, analytical standards, and reporting consistency to ensure reliability of insights
What do you need to succeed?
Must-Have:
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Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or other quantitative field of study
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5+ years of related work experience with demonstrated success in analytics, project analytics, or portfolio management in a large financial institution or corporation
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Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python, or equivalent programming languages
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Expert-level capability with business intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI)
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Strong financial acumen with experience in project business casing, financial planning, and budget analysis
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Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work with complex, large datasets
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for executive audiences
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Ability to connect data, process, and strategic outcomes; establishing clear impact of portfolio and project decisions
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Credibility and presence to serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders
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Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
Nice-to-Have:
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Knowledge of Teradata, Python, or advanced analytics platforms
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Experience with portfolio or program management tools (Planview or similar)
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Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
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MBA or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline
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Prior experience in Personal Banking or financial services portfolio management
What's in it for you?
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Ability to make a difference and lasting impact on strategic business decisions
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Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team
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Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
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Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including competitive compensation and flexible benefits
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Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring
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Opportunities for career growth in analytics and strategic advisory
Job Skills
Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Product Services
Additional Job Details
RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO
Toronto
Canada
37.5
Full time
PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING
Regular
Salaried
2026-07-07
2026-07-22
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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