Senior Manager SAR/STR Analytics and Technology

Job Description What is the opportunity? Are you passionate about leveraging data and technology to combat financial crime? In this role, you’ll drive innovation in RBC’s Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) and Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) ecosystem, shaping capabilities that enhance accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance. What will you do? Support Strategic Enhancements: Support initiatives to advance RBC’s STR/SAR reporting systems, focusing on capabilities building and data-driven automation. Harness Data Insights: Analyze reporting trends and operational bottlenecks to deliver actionable recommendations for process improvement. Innovate Responsibly: Stay ahead of regulatory shifts and emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML) to future-proof our SAR/STR framework. Innovate Solutions : Design and prototype automation workflows to reduce manual effort in STR/SAR filings. Analyze & Influence : Dive into transaction data to uncover trends, presenting insights to stakeholders that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate Cross-Functionally : Partner with compliance analysts and tech teams to refine system requirements and test new capabilities. Champion Efficiency : Lead brainstorming sessions to identify process gaps and champion agile solutions that enhance accuracy and speed. Stay Ahead of the Curve : Research emerging technologies (e.g., AI-driven capabilities) and assess their potential for RBC’s compliance toolkit. What We’re Looking For Expertise: Deep understanding of STR/SAR regulations and financial crime typologies. Technical Savvy: Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python) and process automation. Strategic Mindset : Ability to align technology solutions with business and regulatory goals. Collaborative Spirit : Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. What do you need to succeed? Must have Post-secondary education or equivalent. 5+ years of financial crimes investigative, analytic and leadership experience Experience with collaborative strategy development & communication Experience communicating to regulators, auditors and senior management Familiarity with AML legislation and regulations Nice to have Graduate degree (MBA or relevant subject matter area) Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation or other related certifications 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, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable 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 A world-class training program in financial services Opportunities to do challenging work Job Skills Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business Perspective, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Process Management, Strategic Thinking Additional Job Details Address: 20 KING ST W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-11-10 Application Deadline: 2026-09-12 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. 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