Senior Counsel - Platforms

Job Description
What is the opportunity?
As a Senior Counsel, you will support the goals of the Assistant General Counsel, Global Technology & Trusts and Managing Counsel, Platforms, in achieving the strategic priorities and operational performance goals of the Law Group, in particular the performance commitments of solution-oriented advice and responsiveness. You will provide legal advice to the enterprise payments team on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters relating to payment initiatives across RBC, and advice to support RBCx and its Portfolio Companies - MyDoh, Dr.Bill, Ownr and Houseful.What will you do?
Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Platforms legal team and act as senior legal advisor on enterprise payments initiatives across all business linesProvide legal advice in connection with Payments Canada's modernization program, including the development of the new high value system (Lynx) and real-time rail (RTR) and legal framework governing these systemsProvide advice on various matters including advice on mergers and acquisitions, new and amended product development, and related compliance and negotiation of client agreements and governance mattersSupport Open Banking advocacy and industry workAdvise the business on strategic initiatives in new and emerging areas that involve payments and merchant acquiringProvide legal advice on new technologies and strategic initiatives for RBCxIdentify, assess and manage legal risks in an evolving and fast-paced environmentWhat do you need to succeed?
Must-haveAt least 5 years of relevant experience at a large law firm or in house roleJD/ Bachelor of Law (Common or Civil Law) from a recognized law school and member of the Bar in any Canadian Province or TerritoryExperience analyzing legislation and interpreting requirements for businesses to operationalizeExcellent communication, negotiation and drafting skillsStrong problem-solving and risk assessment skills, comfortable managing competing priorities and complex matters, ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions.Nice-to-haveExperience in advocacy efforts, working with industry groups, and providing legal services relating to the payments ecosystem in CanadaDeep knowledge of enterprise businesses and functions, including technology, application and product developmentExperience facilitating alignment between legal advice and business strategic priorities in complex regulatory environmentsExperience in providing legal services relating to the payments ecosystem in Canada and tech start-ups.UndefinedWhat'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 applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging workOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesJob Skills
Business PerspectiveCoaching OthersCustomer Service ManagementDecision MakingFinancial RegulationGroup Problem SolvingHigh Impact CommunicationLegal PracticesTime ManagementAdditional Job Details
Address:ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO City:Toronto Country:Canada Work hours/week:37.5 Employment Type:Full time Platform:CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP Job Type:Contract (Fixed Term) Pay Type:Salaried Posted Date:2026-10-19 Application Deadline:2026-11-20 Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveAt 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr