2027 Winter - CLAO, Communications & Engagement Coordinator (4 months)

What is the opportunity?

Are you interested in working as a Communications & Engagement Coordinator on the Chief Legal and Administrative Officer (CLAO) Shared Services Team in the CLAO Group at the Royal Bank of Canada?

RBC's Chief Legal and Administrative Group (CLAO Group) is a critical function within the organization. This group integrates legal, compliance, enterprise strategy, strategic execution of enterprise initiatives, as well as procurement and supplier management, and corporate real estate. In addition, CLAO oversees enterprise controls and data governance to ensure the organization operates ethically, efficiently, and in alignment with regulatory requirements.

Our team is looking for a Communications & Engagement Coordinator who is constantly thinking outside the box, ready to dive deep into the smallest details, and is passionate about research, communications, content design, and driving successful program adoption!

What will you do?

Communications and Content Delivery

• Act as consultant to managers in translating messages using the power of words, images, sounds and animation
• Identify positive news, such as latest CLAO Group stories; generate related internal and external publications
• Serve as coach to staff involved in any communication events or presentations
• Conduct final review and approval before internal or external communications are released.

Program Enablement and Engagement

• Coordinate the planning, development, and execution of engagement programs and initiatives across the CLAO Group
• Develop program materials, timelines, and communications to support staff adoption and understanding of new processes and systems
• Manage program schedules, milestones, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery
• Track program metrics and engagement levels, providing updates to leadership on progress and outcomes.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Proven experience with social media and how to leverage with internal communications
• SharePoint experience and knowledge of HTML
• Video script development, filming and editing skills in Adobe Premiere
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills
• Capable of following strategic directions while adhering to brand standards, while also being a motivated self-starter who can manage timelines, debate design philosophies and easily adapt to an ever-changing workflow
• Program coordination and project management capabilities, including experience managing timelines, stakeholders, and multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-have

• Ability to learn and absorb new concepts (in business and in systems) quickly and apply new knowledge
• Proficient in Adobe and Microsoft software programs, including but not limited to Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc.
• Strong client-focus and responsiveness to business needs
• Experience with project management tools and platforms (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Microsoft Project)
• Experience developing training materials or change management communications.

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.

• Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada
• Participate in fun events and gamification challenges to help build your career tool kit while enjoying a work-life balance
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and highly performing team
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Enjoy a comfortable work environment with the option to dress casually

Please note: This posting is for a 4-months Winter 2027 Student placement with a start date of January 2027, and end date of April 2027. In order to be eligible for this 4-months Student position, you must either:

• Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of April 2027 ; or
• If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in April 2027), you must require the full 4-months work term as a mandatory component to in order to graduate successfully.

Please ensure that you meet these eligibility requirements before applying - candidates who apply but are found to be ineligible are not able to be considered.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis, but please note that the formal application deadline is September 20, 2026. Should you be selected to progress, someone from our team will reach out directly to provide instructions on next steps. Otherwise, feel free to check for progress updates by logging in to your RBC profile. If the status has not changed, it denotes the fact that your application is still under review.

RBC is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements when and where available. The successful candidate for this role will be required to be located within Ontario for the duration of the work term. Details regarding the specific virtual, hybrid, and in-office arrangements for this Integrated Learning/ Co-op position are to be discussed with the Hiring Manager.

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Additional Job Details

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At 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.

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.