Program director Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking an ambitious and high-energy Senior Project Manager to drive and coordinate our numerous modernization initiatives for financial systems, including General Ledger (GL) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms. This is a unique opportunity for a creative and intelligent leader with a passion for cutting-edge technologies, a strong track record in project management, and a deep understanding of finance systems and modern technology transformation.

The ideal candidate will bring vision, creativity, and exceptional communication skills to engage stakeholders, align teams, and deliver innovative solutions. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, has a natural ability to inspire and lead, and is eager to leverage Generative AI (GenAI) to unlock new opportunities for our organization.

What will you do?

• Manage Modernization Strategy: Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a comprehensive modernization strategy for financial data systems, GL, and ERP platforms, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

• Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams: Act as a central point of contact and align efforts across finance, technology, and business teams to ensure successful project delivery.

• Champion GenAI Integration: Drive the adoption of cutting-edge GenAI technologies (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Amazon Bedrock) to enhance operational efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver transformative outcomes.

• Manage Innovation: Encourage creative problem-solving and out-of-the-box thinking across teams to develop and implement innovative solutions for modernization and AI-driven transformation.

• Lead Communication Efforts: Craft clear, compelling, and modern communication strategies to engage stakeholders, present project plans, and share progress updates.

• Maintain and manage strategic documentation, planning and requirement documentation, .execution, operation and feedback assets

• Plan and manage releases.

• Define and Track Metrics: Establish KPIs to measure the success of modernization efforts, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.

• Identify Opportunities for Growth: Stay at the forefront of trends in GenAI, financial systems, and technology modernization to identify new opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

• Manage Mitigate Risks and Manage Dependencies: Identify risks, manage dependencies, and maintain project momentum to deliver results on time and within scope.

• Create Best Governance Practices: Develop playbooks, frameworks, and reusable assets for integrating GenAI and other technologies into financial and operational workflows.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-Have

• Experience in program management, project management, or transformation leadership roles, with a strong focus on technology modernization.

• At least some hands-on experience working with Generative AI (GenAI) technologies like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Amazon Bedrock, or similar tools.

• Understanding of financial systems and architecture, modern data pipelines, and cloud-based technologies.

• Proven ability to drive and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects on time and within budget.

• Experience with Agile methodologies, with a focus on iterative delivery and continuous improvement.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence, align, and inspire diverse stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of prompt engineering, LLMs, or agent-based AI systems.

• Experience with AI governance, tool evaluation, and vendor management.

• Background in developer productivity, platform engineering, or digital transformation.

• Prior experience in financial services, banking, brokerage, or fintech industries.

• Familiarity with modern ERP systems and their integration with AI-driven tools.

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or a related field.

What You Bring

We are looking for someone with:

• Ambition and Drive: A self-starter with a relentless pursuit of excellence and the ability to inspire teams to achieve ambitious goals.

• Creativity and Innovation: A natural problem-solver who thinks outside the box and brings fresh ideas to complex challenges.

• High Energy and Passion: A proactive, energetic approach to leading projects and motivating teams.

• Intelligence and Strategic Thinking: A sharp, analytical mind capable of navigating complexity, identifying opportunities, and making data-driven decisions.

• Exceptional Communication: Modern and effective communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, compelling messages to diverse audiences and stakeholders.

• Collaborative Leadership: A proven ability to build relationships, foster trust, and align cross-functional teams around shared goals.

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.

• Impactful Leadership: Lead high-visibility projects that will transform our financial systems and data infrastructure.

• Innovative Culture: Join a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that values creativity, experimentation, and bold thinking.

• Professional Growth: Access world-class training programs and opportunities to grow your career in project management, technology, and finance.

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including competitive salary, bonuses, flexible benefits, and stock options where applicable.

• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work arrangements that prioritize your well-being and personal needs.

• Collaborative Team: Be part of a high-performing team that values innovation, teamwork, and making a lasting impact.

Job Skills

Business Oriented, Communication, Decision Making, Long Term Planning, Organizational Change Management, Program Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Team Management, Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

745 THURLOW ST:VANCOUVER

City:

Vancouver

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-03-10

Application Deadline:

2026-06-12

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

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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.

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