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About the Role
The Chief Investment Strategist (CIS) for RBC Phillips, Hager & North Investment Counsel Inc. (“PH&N IC”) will be responsible for the curation, development and monitoring of the firm’s investment platform that spans all asset classes, geographies and investment vehicles. The CIS provides leadership on the firm’s investment philosophy, portfolio construction and risks management frameworks through regular communication with Investment Counsellors and their clients. The individual will lead the development, execution, training and communication of strategic asset allocation models and related tactical asset allocation recommendations. The CIS will act as a spokesperson for the business, and possibly on behalf of RBC Wealth Management Canada.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to develop strategic direction of the firm’s curated investment platform across all asset classes, geographies and investment vehicles.
- Chair the RBC PH&N Investment Committee that collectively stewards the platform via regular monitoring and product due diligence while concurrently ensuring accountability of product managers on the shelf.
- Work with key partners such as RBC Global Asset Management, Global Manager Research, and the WMC Alternatives team on the review of proprietary and sub-advised solutions.
- Develop and communicate PH&N IC’s firm led investment philosophy with respect to asset allocation, portfolio construction and risk management to drive greater consistency and risk mitigation across client portfolios.
- Formulate investment strategy opinions and recommendations for PH&N IC in conjunction with internal partners.
- Act as an ambassador for PH&N IC by cultivating strong partnerships and relationships across RBC to drive a greater understanding of our firm’s differentiated investment process, and competitive value proposition.
- Work with partners (e.g. Private Banking, Enterprise Strategic Client Group or RBC Capital Markets) to drive more holistic and comprehensive investment solutions to augment our overall offering and ultimately drive better client experiences.
- Represent PH&N IC in public events and speaking engagements.
- Lead the content creation and communication of timely investment-related publications and video-recordings to Investment Counsellors and clients.
- Acts as business subject matter expert / representative on key strategic cross-enterprise initiatives / committees related to investments.
- Maintain active profile with Investment Counsellors via consistent office presence, written communication and presentations.
- Training and Development of Investment Counsellors through ongoing portfolio construction training sessions throughout the year (target 3-4x per year).
- Explore portfolio management / risk management technologies that could enhance Investment Counsellor efficiency and AUM consolidation to support PH&N IC growth targets.
- Lead by demonstrating commitment to ownership of client concerns related to portfolio / trading errors and complaints at first point of contact ensuring the escalation process for Client Problem Resolution is followed creating a differentiated client experience.
- Be highly visible as a leader across the broader PH&N IC National Office team, ensuring a high level of engagement and awareness of team strategy, priorities and successes, fostering a high performing One RBC client-centric culture.
- Build effective teams by actively recruiting and supporting their development through strong relationship management practices, coaching sessions, staff reviews, and performance management.
Requirements
- 10+ years in a senior investment management role preferably in the PH&N IC related industry segment
- 5+ years of strong strategic and project management experience
- Extensive knowledge of public and private markets, custody solutions, investment solutions with the ability to remain current on related issues
- Moderate travel within the region and Canada-wide is required
Skills
- Business Oriented
- Customer Service
- Identifying Sales Opportunities
- Operational Delivery
- Process Management
- Sales
- Sales Activities
Location
- Toronto
- Canada
Work Type
- Full time
Experience Level
- 10+ years in a senior investment management role
- 5+ years of strong strategic and project management experience
Education Level
- University degree in business, finance or economics
- CFA charterholder
Benefits
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
- competitive compensation
- commissions
- stock where applicable
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.