Director, Prairie Region, RBCx

Job Summary

Job Description

RBCx pursues big, bold ideas and leverages RBC’s extensive experience, networks, and capital to help shape what’s next. Our pillars – Banking, Capital, Platform, and Ventures – combine to support tech businesses of all sizes and stages, making us the go-to backer of Canadian innovation. Our people are our most valuable assets, which is why we invest deeply in making sure RBCx isn’t just a place to work, but a place to belong. We’re currently looking for ambitious trailblazers and curious minds who want to help grow the next generation of Canadian tech companies. If that’s you, we can’t wait to connect.

What is the opportunity?

This Director, Prairie Region Banking role is for a relationship management leader and business development professional with experience in the tech ecosystem. As Director, you will lead the Regional team across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, supporting our clients, while building strategic client relationships to drive growth. This role requires stewarding RBCx in market, fostering strong relationships amongst the ecosystem, and providing insights and guidance to companies and internal bank partners.

What will you do?

Lead a Regional team, championing sales and market management practices to deliver superior client experience.
Support, mentor and coach regional teams to understand the market, client approach and deliver on the strategic vision.
Lead business development activities and collaborate with portfolio of strategic client relationships.
Focus on bringing the best of RBCx and RBC to entrepreneurs and their employees in collaboration with our partners in Capital Markets, Private Banking, Wealth Management, and specialized teams in Business Financial Services (Global Trade, Global Banking etc).
Build and maintain industry relationships within the Prairie Region tech ecosystems, engaging key market COIs, particularly those who play a significant role in influencing client acquisition, retention, and cross-selling decisions.
Act as a thought leader and advocate for RBCx, representing RBCx as a brand ambassador by delivering keynote speeches, participating in industry panels, leading public discussions, and confidently addressing large audiences.
Develop relevant programming and insights for RBCx and RBC communities.
Actively participate in the tech ecosystem to remain at the forefront of market trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments and provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Undergraduate or graduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., finance, business, economics, engineering)
5-7 years of experience in tech banking
Financial analysis experience with knowledge of credit products
Business development experience and strong client relationship management skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead change within a team environment
Effective communication and storytelling skills to interact across all levels of the organization and external sectors with impact and influence
Strategic, big picture thinker with the ability to identify opportunities and lead across departments to drive value for our clients and RBCx
Proven experience delivering impactful presentations to large and diverse audiences
Ability to engage with confidence on panels, in client forums, and during strategic discussions
Nice-to-have

At least 5 years of work experience in a venture-backed technology company (in a senior leadership role), in a venture fund (focused primarily on technology investments), and/or as a strategic advisor to technology and innovation companies
Experience in the coaching and development of high performance teams
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 performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation.
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
A unique opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Job Skills

Banking Operations, Business Banking, Commercial Banking Relationship Management, Early Stage Companies, Leadership, Relationship Management, Technology Startups
Additional Job Details

Address:

335 8 AVE SW:CALGARY
City:

CALGARY
Country:

Canada
Work hours/week:

37.5
Employment Type:

Full time
Platform:

PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING
Job Type:

Regular
Pay Type:

Salaried
Posted Date:

2026-05-26
Application Deadline:

2026-06-10
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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