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?

• 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
• 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
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on strategic initiatives to identify trends, dependencies, risks, and opportunities that impact project delivery and business outcomes
• Lead preparation of executive-level insights and presentations for senior leadership and the Portfolio Oversight Group to enable informed strategic decision-making
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and innovative analytical techniques (including AI/ML capabilities) to enhance the quality, efficiency, and timeliness of analytics delivery
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into analytics solutions that support project delivery and strategic alignment
• Provide ongoing advisory support to portfolio managers, project leads, and business stakeholders on analytics, performance trends, and strategic insights
• 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:

• Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or other quantitative field of study
• 5+ years of related work experience with demonstrated success in analytics, project analytics, or portfolio management in a large financial institution or corporation
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python, or equivalent programming languages
• Expert-level capability with business intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong financial acumen with experience in project business casing, financial planning, and budget analysis
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work with complex, large datasets
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for executive audiences
• Ability to connect data, process, and strategic outcomes; establishing clear impact of portfolio and project decisions
• Credibility and presence to serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure

Nice-to-Have:

• Knowledge of Teradata, Python, or advanced analytics platforms
• Experience with portfolio or program management tools (Planview or similar)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• MBA or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline
• Prior experience in Personal Banking or financial services portfolio management

What's in it for you?

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact on strategic business decisions
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring
• 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:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timePERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKINGRegularSalaried2026-07-072026-07-22

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

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