Senior Analyst, Global Manager Research

What is the opportunity?

RBC's Global Manager Research (GMR) team provides investment manager research and due diligence in support of RBC's global businesses and distribution platforms. The broader team consists of investment professionals located in Minneapolis, Toronto, Asia and London and conducts initial and on-going research, analysis and due diligence of investment management firms offering mutual funds, separately managed accounts, exchange-traded funds, and sub-advisory relationships. As a Senior Investment Research Analyst, you will be responsible for overseeing a list of approved managers as well as reviewing new managers for our platform.

What will you do?

• Initial and ongoing due diligence and analysis related to the firm and product structure, portfolio management, investment approach, as well as performance of multiple investment products
• Provide clear and timely insight, information, and opinions on investment managers though published reports and verbal/audio communication channels
• Deliver meaningful and timely insight, information, and recommendations for action to appropriate investment committees for all assigned investment managers and products
• As appropriate, represent Global Manager Research internally and externally in individual and/or group meetings (e.g., branch office visits, symposiums, conferences, and client meetings)
• Assume an active role on investment committees, providing ideas and investment recommendations to support RBC's internally-managed multi-asset portfolio offerings across global businesses
• Mentor and develop team members to strengthen research capabilities and provide leadership through actions, knowledge, and experience
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key internal and external partners
• Foster cross-border collaboration across all four GMR teams and key stakeholder

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Bachelor's degree preferably with a concentration in accounting, business, economics, finance, math, and/or international studies
• 10+ years of experience in investment manager research, due diligence, or a related investment role
• Deep expertise in investment products and concepts, including manager research, portfolio management, asset allocation strategies, and investment structures (mutual funds, ETFs, managed accounts, and limited partnerships)
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial markets and the investment industry
• Current understanding of economic and market conditions
• Proven ability to lead independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate high-level performance
• Strong track record of delivering impactful presentations and recommendations to a variety of audiences
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Committed to continuous learning and skill development across organizational, business, and analytical domains
• Strong attention to detail with rigorous analytical diligence

Nice-to-have

• Advanced proficiency with investment analytical tools, such as Morningstar Direct, eVestment, and other research tools
• CFA designation or working to obtain

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 include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
• 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.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this particular position is $90,000-$160,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC's high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

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Additional Job Details

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

Our Employment Opportunities

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.

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.