Job Description
Job Summary
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
The Director, Marketing Talent Growth & Management is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and executing RBC Marketing's talent strategy. This individual will lead the development and implementation of programs and initiatives focused on attracting, developing, retaining, and maximizing the potential of marketing professionals across the organization. The Director will partner closely with marketing leaders, Human Resources, and learning and development teams to build a high-performing, engaged, and future-ready marketing workforce that drives business success.
What will you do?
Develop and Implement Talent Growth Strategies: Define and implement comprehensive talent strategies aligned with RBC's overall business goals and the specific needs of the marketing organization. This includes workforce planning, skills gap analysis, and career path development.
Executive Engagement: Interface regularly with the CMO in Canada and Marketing VPs to understand talent needs, provide insights on talent development initiatives, and ensure alignment on talent priorities.
Lead Talent Management Programs: Design, implement, and oversee programs focused on performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development within the marketing function.
Foster a Culture of Learning and Development: Champion a culture of continuous learning and development by identifying learning needs, sourcing or developing relevant training programs, and promoting internal mobility and growth opportunities.
Drive Employee Engagement and Retention: Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, and reduce attrition within the marketing team.
Partner with Human Resources: Collaborate effectively with HR business partners, recruitment teams, and compensation and benefits to ensure consistent and effective talent management practices.
Enhance Onboarding and Integration: Develop and optimize onboarding programs to ensure new marketing hires are effectively integrated into the organization and quickly become productive contributors.
Stay Abreast of Industry Trends: Continuously monitor and evaluate emerging trends and best practices in talent management, learning and development, and employee engagement.
Build and Mentor Talent (Indirectly): While not directly managing a team in the same way as a functional leader, this role will influence and guide the development of marketing talent across the organization.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have:
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful talent management strategies and programs within a complex organization.
Strong understanding of talent management principles, including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development.
Experience in leading large scale change management initiatives
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Nice-to-have:
Experience within the financial services industry.
Experience in change management initiatives.
What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best. Our team is defined by 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, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation
Approachable and caring leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team that prioritizes employee well-being and work-life balance (“burnout” is not in our vocabulary)
Opportunities to do challenging work
Job Skills
Change Management, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Industry Knowledge, Learning and Development (L&D), Long Term Planning, Marketing Strategies, Performance Management (PM), Project Management, Taking Initiative, Talent Development, Talent Strategy
Additional Job Details
Address:
RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO
City:
TORONTO
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCC
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-05-01
Application Deadline:
2026-05-15
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ 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.
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Job Description
What is the opportunity?
The Director, Marketing Talent Growth & Management is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and executing RBC Marketing's talent strategy. This individual will lead the development and implementation of programs and initiatives focused on attracting, developing, retaining, and maximizing the potential of marketing professionals across the organization. The Director will partner closely with marketing leaders, Human Resources, and learning and development teams to build a high-performing, engaged, and future-ready marketing workforce that drives business success.
What will you do?
Develop and Implement Talent Growth Strategies: Define and implement comprehensive talent strategies aligned with RBC's overall business goals and the specific needs of the marketing organization. This includes workforce planning, skills gap analysis, and career path development.
Executive Engagement: Interface regularly with the CMO in Canada and Marketing VPs to understand talent needs, provide insights on talent development initiatives, and ensure alignment on talent priorities.
Lead Talent Management Programs: Design, implement, and oversee programs focused on performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development within the marketing function.
Foster a Culture of Learning and Development: Champion a culture of continuous learning and development by identifying learning needs, sourcing or developing relevant training programs, and promoting internal mobility and growth opportunities.
Drive Employee Engagement and Retention: Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, and reduce attrition within the marketing team.
Partner with Human Resources: Collaborate effectively with HR business partners, recruitment teams, and compensation and benefits to ensure consistent and effective talent management practices.
Enhance Onboarding and Integration: Develop and optimize onboarding programs to ensure new marketing hires are effectively integrated into the organization and quickly become productive contributors.
Stay Abreast of Industry Trends: Continuously monitor and evaluate emerging trends and best practices in talent management, learning and development, and employee engagement.
Build and Mentor Talent (Indirectly): While not directly managing a team in the same way as a functional leader, this role will influence and guide the development of marketing talent across the organization.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have:
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful talent management strategies and programs within a complex organization.
Strong understanding of talent management principles, including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development.
Experience in leading large scale change management initiatives
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Nice-to-have:
Experience within the financial services industry.
Experience in change management initiatives.
What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best. Our team is defined by 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, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation
Approachable and caring leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team that prioritizes employee well-being and work-life balance (“burnout” is not in our vocabulary)
Opportunities to do challenging work
Job Skills
Change Management, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Industry Knowledge, Learning and Development (L&D), Long Term Planning, Marketing Strategies, Performance Management (PM), Project Management, Taking Initiative, Talent Development, Talent Strategy
Additional Job Details
Address:
RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO
City:
TORONTO
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCC
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-05-01
Application Deadline:
2026-05-15
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ 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.
Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Director, Marketing Talent Growth & Management position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
