Senior Counsel, US Employment Law

Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?As a Senior Counsel, US Employment Law, you will be part of the Global and US Employment Law Teams and provide employment law support in the United States on contentious and non-contentious matters to functional and business partners across the enterprise, including City National Bank for the United States. Employment law issues include common law and statutory employment laws, hiring, immigration, compensation, benefits, advice about single and group reductions in workforce, as well as privacy, disability (insurance) and human rights.What will you do?What will you do?Provides advice and counsel to functional and business partners to assist in the management of legal and reputational risk involving employment-related issues at the enterprise level for the United StatesProvides efficient and effective delivery of legal services to all platforms, which align with Law Group’s goals and objectives related to Designated Counsel Manages litigation for employment law disputes by identifying and assessing risk (legal, regulatory and/or media) and co-ordinating a strategy for the defense of sameManages the cost and performance of external counsel and assures cost effective and efficient delivery of legal servicesEnsures timely updating of all matters in accordance with RBC Law Group procedures, reporting out internally on all matters as required and appropriate provisioning on all matters where the Senior Counsel is identified the professional responsible for the litigation and as required by FinanceProvides legal support and advice to functional and business partners with respect to legislative developments of employment standards and other related federal, state and local lawsManages investigations involving allegations of employee misconductAssists or leads ad hoc projects as directedWorks collaboratively with other members of RBC Law Group, including the Global and US Employment Law Teams and the CNB Legal TeamWhat do you need to succeed?Must-have 8+ years of experience with an in-house legal department and/or law firmLaw degree from accredited law school and actively licensed with the California State Bar Demonstrated knowledge in employment law, strong legal skills and sound legal judgmentEnterprise mindset to understand global issues and operate in a global businessAbility to build effective relationships with internal partners, regulators, and external counsel, working constructively to provide strategic legal adviceStrong problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills.Strong ability to balance competing work demands and manage multiple priorities.Understanding of a highly regulated industry and the complexity of decision making in a highly regulated environment operating across legal regimes and geographiesAbility to work from an RBC office location in Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Jersey City or New York at least 4 days per week (up to 1 day of remote work per week is presently permitted)Nice to have Good understanding of the relevant RBC businesses and their operations, including the market environment affecting the relevant RBC businessesIn-house legal experience an assetWhat’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 and competitive compensation.Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.Opportunities to do challenging work and to be immersed in new technologies being leveraged by the bank.The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $200,000 - $230,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:Drives RBC’s high performance cultureEnables collective achievement of our strategic goalsGenerates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder valueJob SkillsBusiness Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress:CNB, 555 FLOWER STREET:LOS ANGELESCity:Los AngelesCountry:United States of AmericaWork hours/week:40Employment Type:Full timePlatform:Job Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2026-06-03Application Deadline:2026-07-03Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt 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.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.comRBC 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.