Associate Director - Data Intelligence Lead

Identifies and collects data sources, analyzes and extracts key data and information, evaluates and monitors data quality to meet the organization's information system needs and requirements. Applies extensive, in-depth knowledge, skills, and practices to perform complex assignments.

What is the opportunity?

You will lead and manage the Data Intelligence practice and team for the Capital Markets Alternative Data and AI group working with alternative datasets for analysis of companies, and sectors. You will manage relationships with the Capital Markets front office, IT partners (QTS), Business SMEs with a focus on data analysis, data quality monitoring, reference data enrichments, backtesting and data aggregation, and KPI correlations.  The role also involves planning, directing, and scaling the team deliverables to ensure program goals and objectives are accomplished. .

What will you do?

• Collect, analyze, and summarize data to derive interesting insights

• Apply research design techniques to develop data assets for investment debates leveraging primary and 3rd party vendor data (alternative data). Identify trends, anomalies, and patterns.

• Monitor data collection, cleansing and analytics processes. Analyze and interpret data using standard statistical tools and techniques to determine and communicate patterns or trends revealed in the data

• Evaluate datasets based on qualitative and quantitative assessment criteria; Validate the quality and integrity of the data included in different projects

• Perform time-series and correlation analysis between the company reported KPIs and alternative data factors generated.

• Develop data frameworks for reporting and dashboards utilizing RBC’s infrastructure and tools

• Build data certification models and be able to present the same to research analysts, bankers, and other functional divisions.

• Work with business partners to understand business objectives and develop value-added products; alternative data product development

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal); ability to communicate with people in a wide variety of areas and at various levels from technical specialists to senior management.

• Ensure the creation and ongoing maintenance of documentation for key projects including progress tracking, and reporting

• Stay knowledgeable on emerging technologies, trends, and evolving industry

AUTHORITIES, IMPACT, RISK

• Revenue generation thru New Business for Alternative Data

• Innovation, Big Data and cloud expertise; Alternative data experience

• Mitigate reputation risk thru AI driven Data Quality to ensure highest quality data and services are offered to client. Escalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions on a timely basis.

• Review and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activities

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Finance/Economics, Information Management, Computer Science, Engineering or Technology.

• 3+ years of related work experience in data analysis and/or data mining and statistics and/or big data technologies or related role.

• 2+ years of financial industry experience

• 2+ years of AI and Big Data Analytics Experience

• Good Knowledge of R/Python, or SQL or Java

• Analytical, data processing, and programming skills

• Practiced intellectual curiosity with strong client service and proactive mindset

• Knowledge of and proven application of statistical techniques

• Proficient in querying databases, writing reports, and presenting data (Python & SQL)

• Strong oral and written communication skills including evidenced ability to explain technical concepts to the non-technical audiences

• Experience or familiarity with any of the following systems and technologies: Python, SQL, Apache Airflow, AWS/GCE/Azure, Jupyter, Docker, Snowflake, Databricks/Spark, Tableau, Excel

Nice-to-have

• Broad exposure to Capital Markets

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

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Job Skills

Big Data Management, Critical Thinking, Data Administration, Data Documentation, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Data Movement, Detail-Oriented, People Management, Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Qualitative Research Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research Documents

Additional Job Details

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOTORONTOCanada37.5Full timeCapital MarketsRegularSalaried2024-01-022024-01-19