Manager, Internal Audit, Operations

Job Description

In partnering across the enterprise, Internal Audit (IA), a division within RBC, has a mandate to provide independent, objective risk assessment and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management practices, internal controls and governance processes for all areas of RBC. While remaining independent and objective, IA works with management in achieving business objectives by ensuring appropriate remedial action takes place to improve operations in areas with identified weaknesses. Key stakeholders include the board of directors, shareholders’ auditors, regulators and senior management. As a dynamic global team, we are building a team to accelerate and enable our strategy, goals and transformation efforts.

The Manager, Internal Audit Operations role is curious, dynamic, adaptable, solution-oriented team player. You will be delivering assurance projects and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, including risk management practices, corporate governance processes and fraud prevention and detection in focusing on Enterprise Operations and the Chief Operating Office (COO) Group (includes responsibilities for Controls Testing, Procurement, Corporate Real Estate), and exposure to Personal and Commercial Banking Operations on an as required basis. You will gain exposure to RBC products, services, businesses, platforms to become a subject matter expert and act as a trusted advisor to auditees and business platform/regional audit teams globally.

What will you do?

• Contribute to execution of audits in the annual plan, and formally document tasks performed with supporting evidence during execution of audits, in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and guidelines.

• Assess effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices and governance processes to draw conclusions to complete the audit programs.

• Develop and draft Detailed Issues Memo and recommendations relating to audit program conclusions, to the Senior Manager leading the audit.

• Identify key risks and potential business impacts (with guidance from the Senior Manager leading the audit).

• Identify opportunities for incorporating advanced analytics by providing detailed and clear questions to the team Data Analytics Lead.

• Respond to stakeholder needs quickly and effectively.

• Build trusting relationships with Internal Audit peers and business partners.

• Ability to work in a dynamically changing environment.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 4+ years’ relevant industry experience, specifically in a financial institution, preferably in Internal Audit, Risk Management or compliance function

• Undergraduate degree within accounting, finance, business administration or any other relevant discipline

• Good understanding of the key risk and control principles for operations environments, as well as payments & transformation involving operations including Operational Risk, Regulatory Compliance / AML risk, Reputational Risk and Processing and Execution Risk, as evidenced by experience or internal/external courses.

• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating audits with technology.

• A curious and ambitious mindset, willing to identify opportunities to enhance how we work in IA.

• Strong analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills.

Nice to have

• Former knowledge and/or experience within Enterprise Operations and the Chief Operating Office Group (includes responsibilities for Procurement, Corporate Real Estate) or other Functional areas at RBC or any Canadian financial institution.

• Knowledge of payments systems and processing governed by Payment Canada Association.

• Ability to review and understand data visualization and reporting

• Working towards or existing holder of a professional accounting, finance or audit designation (ex. CPA, CA, CFA, CIA, CISA, FRM, CFE) or other industry-relevant certifications

• Knowledge of digital product management, payments systems and regulatory risk and control concepts including Management Conduct Obligations.

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 operate collaboratively in a office environment where we are onsite 4 days per week. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Excellent exposure to communicate with various business partners and stakeholders

• Opportunity to obtain hands-on experience throughout your role

• Working with an exciting, close-knit, supportive & dynamic group

• Opportunity to collaborate with other business segments within RBC

• Access to top tier learning resources to help shape your professional career

• Excellent career development and progression opportunities

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits

• Competitive compensation

• “Best in Class” Employee Recognition Program

Job SkillsAdaptability, Auditing, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Results-OrientedAdditional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

INTERNAL AUDIT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-06-03

Application Deadline:

2026-07-20Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt 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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