Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As the Director, Corporate Communications, APAC, you will be responsible for leading our Corporate Communications activity across the region, providing thoughtful and strategic communications counsel to senior leadership in Asia and Australia (APAC) on matters relating to issues management, media relations and internal communications. You will build and implement internal and external communications strategies that support the business growth and strategic objectives of RBC – focused on capital markets and wealth management activities in APAC.

What will you do?

Lead and develop impactful internal communications strategies and campaigns for RBC in the APAC region that drive growth, employee engagement and support business objectives.Lead and advise on external media relations in key markets for RBC’s wealth management and capital markets businesses in the region.Undertake active mitigation of reputational issues through strategic counsel to business leaders and strong crisis communications.Act as corporate spokesperson as required on reputational matters.Maintain frequent, consistent, and effective relations with key RBC business spokespeople and stakeholders across the region.Provide leadership and direction on the development of content and execution of key employee engagements such as town halls, roundtables, and other events.Review and approve the work of other team members in the region.Leverage best practices from across the bank and from peers to drive differentiated, forward-thinking communications.Use metrics and measurement to drive initiatives, pushing the bank to consider innovative channels and new ways of communicating with key stakeholders (employees/media).Manage team member(s) through ongoing coaching, goal setting and development; model and reinforce RBC vision, values, and leadership model.Oversee relationships with external partners such as media monitoring and communications agencies where relevant.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Results-oriented, communications specialist with 10+ years of industry experience A proven track record in delivering exceptional, differentiated internal and external communications and a strong knowledge of mediaHigh level of personal integrity/ability to instill trustAble to routinely manage several projects simultaneously while producing thoughtful, analytical and creative work to a tight deadlineAbility to understand corporate strategy and specific business priorities, translating technical content into communications that facilitate understanding with local and global employees/mediaAbility to plan and roll out large-scale communication programs involving various internal stakeholder groups across diverse geographies and functionsStrong writing skillsStrong ability to present ideas confidently to senior executivesTeam player with strong collaboration skillsComfort with tracking KPIs and metrics to inform communications strategies

Nice-to-have

Degree educatedDigital and design capabilitiesAbility to create systems that allow for efficiency and role productivity

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, flexible benefits and competitive compensationLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesOpportunities to work with the best in the fieldAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial services.

RBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or any other legally-protected factors.

Agency Notice

RBC Group does not accept agency resumés.  Please do not forward resumés to our employees, nor any other company location.  RBC Group only pay fees to agencies where they have entered into a prior agreement to do so and in any event do not pay fees related to unsolicited resumés. Please contact the Recruitment function for additional details.

Job Skills

Crisis Management, Decision Making, Industry Knowledge, Internal Communications, Knowledge Organization, Long Term Planning, Multi-Level Communication, Oral Communications, Organizational Communications, Organizational Savvy and Politics

Additional Job Details

Address:

25 MARTIN PLACE:SYDNEY

City:

Sydney

Country:

Australia

Work hours/week:

38

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCC

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-08-05

Application Deadline:

2025-09-06

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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