Royal Bank of Canada
RBC Brewin Dolphin - Charities Business Development Assistant
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What is the opportunity?
You will be supporting the National Charity Team at RBC Brewin Dolphin, which manages approximately £4 billion of funds under management for charity and not-for-profit clients across the UK.
This role, reporting directly to the Head of Business Development for Charities & Philanthropy, involves driving growth within the charity sector. Familiarise prospective clients with business opportunities, foster relationships with existing clients, and carry out creative, high-impact business development initiatives.
Should you be shortlisted, please let us know if you have specific requirements for the interview.
This is a permanent, full-time role requiring 4 days in-office attendance at our London location.
What will you do?
- Plan and execute charity team events such as industry conferences, seminars, and webinars, liaising with partners and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics and delivery
- Create and oversee marketing materials, including:
- Event invitations
- Charity brochures
- Independent articles
- Website content
- The annual Charity Perspective Magazine, in collaboration with marketing and compliance teams
- Manage the RBC Brewin Dolphin Charities LinkedIn page, including drafting engaging posts, monitoring engagement metrics, and driving page growth
- Ensure alignment with brand consistency while coordinating compliance reviews to meet regulatory requirements
- Oversee data management of new leads from mailing lists and events:
- Ensure GDPR compliance
- Facilitate an accurate handover to local teams
- Support sales activities:
- Draft investment proposals and presentation packs for prospective charity clients
- Manage the charity inbox and respond to enquiries promptly
- Represent the team at industry events and coordinate with speakers and attendees to deliver successful webinars
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What do you need to succeed?
Must-have:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clarify complex ideas
- Relevant experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to influence successful outcomes
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong organisational skills, demonstrating attention to detail while managing multiple simultaneous projects
- A proactive, self-motivated approach, with an ability to initiate, think creatively, and take strategic action
Nice-to-have:
- A background or a degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Marketing & Communications, or Brand Management
- Familiarity with basic marketing techniques, frameworks, and tools such as Momentum or Wrike
- A demonstrated interest in charitable organisations or volunteering experience
What is in it for you?
- Thrive in a dynamic, challenge-based environment, driven by progressive thinking and teamwork
- Join an organisation with a commitment to enabling clients and communities to flourish
- Competitive Total Rewards Program, including bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation
- Leadership that invests in your training and development through coaching roles and career growth opportunities
- Access to work with industry leaders in financial services
- A chance to make real impact, contributing to the broader purpose of enhancing wellbeing for clients and communities
- Experience working in a collaborative, high-performing team, with a reputation for innovation and excellence
- Participation in a world-class training program designed to grow expertise in financial services
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About RBC: Our Values & Inclusivity
At RBC, our values—Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect, and Excellence—play a pivotal role in fostering a winning culture. We believe our inclusive, diverse workplace likely enhances growth and success, inspiring creativity and innovation.
RBC prioritises an environment where employees feel supported, encouraged to thrive, and empowered to collaborate effectively. These values are driven by the company’s mission to enhance the welfare of clients and communities.
Company Contact
- U.K. Location: 16 St Helen’s Place, London.
- West Yorkshire (Leeds) Location: Rit llegado (address available upon query)
- Working hours per week: 35
- Employment type: Full time
- Platform: Wealth Management
Additional Job Details
Location: 16 St Helen's Place, London Application Deadline: 7th July 2026 at 11:59 PM (local time)
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