Senior Research Manager

What is the opportunity?​

RBC is recruiting for a Senior Research Manager role. This is an exciting role in which you will have the opportunity to increase shareholder value through increased understanding of the needs of consumers, clients, communities and employees and RBC’s performance. Using cost effective research methodologies you will research studies for RBC ensuring that the business units are provided with timely, actionable, high quality client insights to support their decision-making process. In this role you will Interpret and integrate client and market research findings and proactively share the insights across the enterprise to develop differentiating strategies and solutions that supports revenue growth.

What will you do?

• Consult with business units to effectively understand and define their business needs, translate the business needs into research needs and propose most appropriate recommendations
• Be responsible for the project management from initiation through executing field work to reporting, and consulting on client insights throughout the process either via in-house survey tools or working in partnership with 3rd party research vendors
• Understand research objectives, design research approach and surveys for in-house research programs
• Measure, track and report client experience results and metrics across multiple business lines
• Participate in cross-functional teams to signal market trends, identify business opportunities & emerging market segments, relevant positioning, value proposition and potential product development/ enhancements
• Leverage knowledge from RBC’s Client Experience Design & Insights (CXDI) team and the enterprise to uncover better insights by bringing in multiple information sources
• Test and learn new and enhanced methodologies including new measurement metrics, in-house tools and research techniques to achieve the highest standard in research excellence

What do you need to succeed?
Must-have

• Proven experience in marketing research as either a research supplier or buyer (7+ years)
• Superior knowledge and practical experience on a wide range of research techniques covering both qualitative and quantitative areas
• Superior project management skills
• Demonstrated collaborative skills in a cross-functional and information sharing environment with proven record of attaining high level of impact and influence
• Superior ability to translate complex research data into precise and simple information for business partners
• Ability to function in a fast pace environment with the ability to quickly pivot

Nice-to-have

• Degree in related field. MBA or equivalent an asset.
• Experience with B2B research methodologies, techniques and sample management

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.

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

Business Analytics, Group Problem Solving, Interview Techniques, Long Term Planning, Professional Presentation, Qualitative Research Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research Analysis, Time Management

Additional Job Details

RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timePERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKINGRegularSalaried2026-02-122026-02-27

Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 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.

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.