What is the opportunity?

In support of the RBC AML Compliance Program, the Director has overall responsibility for leading teams responsible for the investigation of complex AML related concerns while liaising with law enforcement/intelligence agencies on money laundering, terrorist financing and national security issues. The Director also provides leadership and direction to the Major Financial Crime teams to ensure that RBC is in compliance with all applicable AML regulations as it relates to AML investigations and the fulfillment of production orders and other regulatory requests involving criminal matters.

What will you do?

• Lead and mentor a team of 40 direct and indirect reports across Toronto and Halifax, overseeing complex or sensitive anti-money laundering (AML) investigations, primarily focused on Canadian Banking clients.
• Serve as a key member of the strategic leadership team for Financial Crimes, shaping organizational direction and priorities.
• Optimize investigation workflows to ensure timely case resolution and maintain operational efficiency within established benchmarks.
• Drive the team’s evolution from a standalone investigations unit to a fully integrated compliance and risk management function aligned with Global AML Compliance
• Collaborate on the design and lead the execution of action plans to address findings from internal audits and regulatory entities.
• Support the investigations program to ensure alignment with RBC’s Collective Ambition and the Cultural Transformation Leadership Model.
• Champion process improvements and innovation to enhance the AML Financial Intelligence Unit’s (FIU) effectiveness, efficiency, and strategic impact.
• Develop and refine performance metrics and reporting frameworks in support of the AML program governance and operational quality.
• Partner with transaction monitoring rules development teams to refine detection rules and improve investigative outcomes.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial crime and/or money laundering investigations and/or a law enforcement/regulatory background
• University degree or equivalent experience
• Proven Leadership and Management capabilities for large, diverse teams
• Prior complex AML and Fraud investigative experience (3 to 5 years)
• Broad knowledge of anti-money laundering related requirements and/or predicate offences including Fraud
• Sound knowledge of banking operations
• Skilled in network applications such as i2 and Quantexa

Nice to have

• Advanced MS Excel skills including macro coding would be considered an asset
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation or other related certifications
• Knowledge of law enforcement requests and production order processes
• Strong knowledge of relevant predicate offences, e.g. fraud

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 and competitive compensation

• 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

Job Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business Perspective, Client Counseling, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

20 KING ST W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeGROUP RISK MANAGEMENTRegularSalaried2026-01-212026-02-06

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.

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.