Job Summary

Job Description

The Private Trading Office (PTO) is a multi-billion-dollar bespoke brokerage business of RBC Dominion Securities Inc. offering advisory and customized trading solutions to sophisticated and qualified Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) global clients, Family Offices and other Enterprise Strategic Clients (ESC) of RBC. Strategically aligned with the ESC group while operating on the RBC Dominion Securities platform as a regulated entity, PTO delivers a core Capital Markets offering with blended Wealth Management capabilities specially designed to best meet the complex needs of our client base. PTO’s integrated, client-centered approach deepens client relationships across the enterprise.

The Senior Trader and Investment Strategist is at the core of a professional, highly specialized, multi-asset trading desk and service offering for sophisticated Enterprise Strategic, Family Offices and qualified UHNW global clients. Your role will focus on delivering exemplary service to our clientele consistent with their stated goals and objectives.

Manage the daily global trading needs for PTO clients across all asset classes including equities, options, fixed income, foreign exchange, mutual funds, futures, precious metals, money market and structured products.

Manage the PTO trade book and inventory, related operational aspects of the desk, as well as mitigating associated trading risk.

Work collaboratively with the PTO Account Management Team to address client operational requests.

Providing expertise and guidance on multi-asset class trading strategies and solutions, leveraging the capabilities of RBC.

Collaborate with external financial institutions (broker-dealers, fund companies) as it relates to client’s trading needs or to explore new opportunities and innovative solutions.

Monitor macroeconomic, government and financial market conditions across multiple jurisdictions to provide valued commentary to PTO clients.

Cultivate strategic partnerships across RBC to drive business growth, implement customized solutions or explore opportunities to expand/deepen existing client relationships.

Collaborate within the PTO team and other functional support areas of  RBC to support client initiatives.

Engage with clients regarding KYC/AML and other onboarding related issues.

What do you need to succeed?

Minimum 5 years of relevant financial markets experience.

Trading experience in equities, fixed income, currencies, options or exchange traded derivatives.

Strong relationship management/sales skills.

Multi-disciplinary experience within a Capital Markets environment an asset.

Ability to engage and cultivate partnerships within and outside the organization to drive results. 

Canadian Securities Course (CSC) / Conducts & Practices Course (CPH) / Trader Training (TT) an asset.

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Engineering.

Successful candidate will be expected to complete their Investment Advisor registration once in the role.

Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated initiative and ability to 'think outside the box'.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Experience with trading platforms (Fidessa, Bloomberg, CQG).

Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.

Nice to have:

Working toward CIM / CFA beneficial.

French an asset.

Option licensing (DFOL) / Futures licensing (FLC).

Programming skills.

French an asset.

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

Flexible work/life balance options

Opportunities to do challenging work

Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities          

Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

Job Skills

Confidentiality, Equities Trading, Financial Markets, Fixed Income Investments, Foreign Currency Trading, Futures Trading, Investments, Multi Asset Class, Options Trading, Strategic Relationships, Teamwork, Trade Client Reporting, Trade Processing, Trading Platforms, Trading Strategies

Additional Job Details

Address:

ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-07-11

Application Deadline:

2025-07-28

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.

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