What is the opportunity?

The Senior Analyst, Global Manager Research (GMR) conducts initial and ongoing research, analysis and due diligence of investment managers offering Separately Managed Accounts, Mutual Funds, Exchange Traded Funds, and sub-advisory relationships.  The role will include overseeing a list of approved managers for the various investment businesses supported by GMR.  The position is a senior role on the 25-person GMR team consisting of investment professionals based in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Asia which supports an asset base over $650 billion USD.

What will you do?

The position is a leadership role on the GMR team and includes the following accountabilities:

• Conduct initial and ongoing research and due diligence on investment managers in supporting recommended lists used by RBC’s global platforms
• Provide clear and timely insight, information, and opinions on investment managers through published reports and verbal/audio communication channels
• Assume a leading and active role on investment committees, including providing ideas and investment recommendations, in support of the management of a suite of internally-managed multi-asset portfolios offered in RBC’s global businesses.
• Assist advisors in business development efforts with ultra-high-net-worth clients through presentations, in-person meetings, audio and video interactions and other engagements
• Fostering strong cross-border collaboration amongst the four GMR teams and its key stakeholders
• As appropriate, represent GMR internally and externally in individual and/or group meetings (e.g., branch office visits, symposiums, conferences, and client meetings). 
• Act as an expert for important and highly visible business development opportunities and other speaking engagements, including important recruiting, client, and internal partnerships.
• Mentor, coach and develop staff to enhance research capabilities across the team

What do you need to succeed?

Must haves:

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience, including at least 2 years of experience in roles related to investment manager research
• Solid understanding of key investment products and concepts including portfolio management, investment strategy (asset allocation), and investment structures (i.e. Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), Mutual Funds, ETFs)
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and operate at a high level with little oversight and direction from other colleagues
• Proven skill in delivering credible presentations and recommendations to a variety of audiences
• Advanced interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

Nice-to-have:

• CFA/CAIA designation and/or advanced educational degrees
• Undergraduate degree in business (with a preferred focus in finance, accounting, economics, math, or statistics)
• Advanced use of investment analytical tools including Morningstar Direct, eVestment, Factset, and other research tools

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.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
• 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.
• Flexible work/life balance options.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities. 
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business.

Job Skills

Communication, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Regulation, Fund Analysis, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Quantitative Methods

Additional Job Details

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeWEALTH MANAGEMENTRegularSalaried2025-10-172026-03-03

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At 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.

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