YWCA Richmond
Richmond, Virginia
Position Summary: The Chief Relations Officer (CRO) is a senior executive responsible for leading the holistic, external strategy to advance revenue growth, brand influence, impact, and long-term sustainability of YWCA Richmond. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CRO drives the organization's integrated advancement efforts including fundraising, communications, marketing, public engagement, partnerships, and government relations strategy in alignment with the strategic plan and mission. Working in close partnership with the CEO and Board of Directors, the CRO serves as a key architect of YWCA Richmond's brand, a driver of sustainable and diversified revenue, and a visible leader advancing racial and gender justice locally and statewide. The CRO is a high-profile role representing the CEO when necessary, at key functions, to funders, and the media. Role & Responsibilities: Primary Position Outcomes: Integrated Brand & Mission Execution: Ensure a unified, mission centered brand and narrative across all fundraising, marketing, partnerships, and external engagements in alignment with the Strategic Plan for all agency programs. Revenue Growth & Diversification: Develop and drive sustainable diversified multi-year revenue strategy that ensures sustainable growth across major gifts, institutional and government grants, corporate partnerships, and innovative funding models. Strategic Alliance Portfolio: Build and steward a high-impact portfolio of cross-sector partnerships that deliver both financial investment and programmatic scale. Thought Leadership & Public Influence: Position YWCA Richmond as a premier convener and trusted voice on racial justice, gender equity, violence intervention & prevention, housing stability, and early childhood education. Stakeholder & Alumni Activation: Transform donors, alumni, corporate partners, and community leaders into a mobilized network of advocates, ambassadors, and investors. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Partnership Development Executive Thought Partner: Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on external positioning, long-term alliances, and organizational visibility. Ecosystem & Alliance Management: Identify, negotiate, and manage high-value partnerships with corporations, foundations, government entities, and nonprofits. External Advocacy & Representation: Represent YWCA Richmond at high-profile events, media opportunities, civic forums, and legislative engagements to amplify impact and influence. Advancement & Revenue Generation Fundraising Oversight: Provide strategic leadership for all fundraising functions, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate social responsibility (CSR), institutional funding, and government grants. Revenue Generation: Lead the development of multi-year, multi-layered partnership agreements that integrate funding, co-branding, and programmatic collaboration. Stewardship & Relationship Building: Cultivate deep relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundation leaders, and corporate executives. Grant Strategy: Oversee grant development and management to ensure alignment with mission priorities and maximize funding capture. Advancement Projection: Lead revenue forecasting in partnership with finance and the executive team. Marketing, Communications & Brand Strategy Integrated Communications: Direct comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align storytelling with fundraising, advocacy, Sprout School, Domestic Violence Resources, and partnership goals. Executive Voice & Visibility: Partner with the CEO to serve as a public-facing leader and spokesperson for the organization. Oversee efforts that advance YWCA Richmond's mission, collaborating with community partners and policymakers. Digital Strategy: Ensure a consistent, high-impact digital and social media presence across all platforms for all programs. Crisis Communications: Lead crisis communications planning and response to protect and strengthen organizational reputation. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment Talent Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing team including Advancement, Marketing & Communications, and Partnership leaders. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure seamless coordination between external-facing teams and program leadership so brand promises are matched by service delivery and fiscal responsibility. Board Partnership: Collaborate with the Board of Directors on donor engagement, external relations strategy, and network expansion. Reporting: Establish clear performance benchmarks and accountability systems aligned with revenue and engagement goals. Report on KPI performance to CEO and the Board. Organizational Leadership Executive Leadership: Actively participate in executive leadership team meetings, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making. Cross Functional Collaboration: Contribute to culture-building, long-term sustainability planning, and cross department collaboration. Mission-Driven Leadership: Model equity-centered leadership rooted in transparency, accountability and innovation. Required Experience & Qualifications: Leadership Experience: 15+ years of progressive leadership in fundraising, external relations, business development, or partnerships, with at least 10 years in senior management. Proven Results: Demonstrated success securing seven-figure gifts, multi-year corporate partnerships, or complex institutional funding. Equity Leadership: Deep commitment to racial and gender equity; experience leading within mission-driven or social justice organizations strongly preferred. Strategic Skills: Expertise in complex negotiations, partnership financial modeling, and CRM systems such as Salesforce. Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA, MPA, or Master's in Nonprofit Management preferred. Core Competencies: Strategic Vision: Translates mission and strategy into integrated external campaigns, revenue growth, and public influence. Relationship Excellence: A trusted connector who builds authentic, long-term relationships across sectors and communities. Innovation & Growth Mindset: Advances creative, "win-win" partnership models that move beyond transactional fundraising. Cultural & Political Acumen: Navigates complex social, political, and community landscapes with integrity and equity at the center. Equity-Driven Influence: Advance racial and gender equity through external engagement and public leadership. Financial Acumen: Develop diversified revenue streams that ensure long-term sustainability. Staff understand the critical role volunteers play in achieving YWCA Richmond's mission and provide volunteers with appropriate support, respect, and communication. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department. The YWCA Richmond provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. PI805866d5-
Position Summary: The Chief Relations Officer (CRO) is a senior executive responsible for leading the holistic, external strategy to advance revenue growth, brand influence, impact, and long-term sustainability of YWCA Richmond. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CRO drives the organization's integrated advancement efforts including fundraising, communications, marketing, public engagement, partnerships, and government relations strategy in alignment with the strategic plan and mission. Working in close partnership with the CEO and Board of Directors, the CRO serves as a key architect of YWCA Richmond's brand, a driver of sustainable and diversified revenue, and a visible leader advancing racial and gender justice locally and statewide. The CRO is a high-profile role representing the CEO when necessary, at key functions, to funders, and the media. Role & Responsibilities: Primary Position Outcomes: Integrated Brand & Mission Execution: Ensure a unified, mission centered brand and narrative across all fundraising, marketing, partnerships, and external engagements in alignment with the Strategic Plan for all agency programs. Revenue Growth & Diversification: Develop and drive sustainable diversified multi-year revenue strategy that ensures sustainable growth across major gifts, institutional and government grants, corporate partnerships, and innovative funding models. Strategic Alliance Portfolio: Build and steward a high-impact portfolio of cross-sector partnerships that deliver both financial investment and programmatic scale. Thought Leadership & Public Influence: Position YWCA Richmond as a premier convener and trusted voice on racial justice, gender equity, violence intervention & prevention, housing stability, and early childhood education. Stakeholder & Alumni Activation: Transform donors, alumni, corporate partners, and community leaders into a mobilized network of advocates, ambassadors, and investors. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Partnership Development Executive Thought Partner: Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on external positioning, long-term alliances, and organizational visibility. Ecosystem & Alliance Management: Identify, negotiate, and manage high-value partnerships with corporations, foundations, government entities, and nonprofits. External Advocacy & Representation: Represent YWCA Richmond at high-profile events, media opportunities, civic forums, and legislative engagements to amplify impact and influence. Advancement & Revenue Generation Fundraising Oversight: Provide strategic leadership for all fundraising functions, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate social responsibility (CSR), institutional funding, and government grants. Revenue Generation: Lead the development of multi-year, multi-layered partnership agreements that integrate funding, co-branding, and programmatic collaboration. Stewardship & Relationship Building: Cultivate deep relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundation leaders, and corporate executives. Grant Strategy: Oversee grant development and management to ensure alignment with mission priorities and maximize funding capture. Advancement Projection: Lead revenue forecasting in partnership with finance and the executive team. Marketing, Communications & Brand Strategy Integrated Communications: Direct comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align storytelling with fundraising, advocacy, Sprout School, Domestic Violence Resources, and partnership goals. Executive Voice & Visibility: Partner with the CEO to serve as a public-facing leader and spokesperson for the organization. Oversee efforts that advance YWCA Richmond's mission, collaborating with community partners and policymakers. Digital Strategy: Ensure a consistent, high-impact digital and social media presence across all platforms for all programs. Crisis Communications: Lead crisis communications planning and response to protect and strengthen organizational reputation. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment Talent Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing team including Advancement, Marketing & Communications, and Partnership leaders. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure seamless coordination between external-facing teams and program leadership so brand promises are matched by service delivery and fiscal responsibility. Board Partnership: Collaborate with the Board of Directors on donor engagement, external relations strategy, and network expansion. Reporting: Establish clear performance benchmarks and accountability systems aligned with revenue and engagement goals. Report on KPI performance to CEO and the Board. Organizational Leadership Executive Leadership: Actively participate in executive leadership team meetings, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making. Cross Functional Collaboration: Contribute to culture-building, long-term sustainability planning, and cross department collaboration. Mission-Driven Leadership: Model equity-centered leadership rooted in transparency, accountability and innovation. Required Experience & Qualifications: Leadership Experience: 15+ years of progressive leadership in fundraising, external relations, business development, or partnerships, with at least 10 years in senior management. Proven Results: Demonstrated success securing seven-figure gifts, multi-year corporate partnerships, or complex institutional funding. Equity Leadership: Deep commitment to racial and gender equity; experience leading within mission-driven or social justice organizations strongly preferred. Strategic Skills: Expertise in complex negotiations, partnership financial modeling, and CRM systems such as Salesforce. Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA, MPA, or Master's in Nonprofit Management preferred. Core Competencies: Strategic Vision: Translates mission and strategy into integrated external campaigns, revenue growth, and public influence. Relationship Excellence: A trusted connector who builds authentic, long-term relationships across sectors and communities. Innovation & Growth Mindset: Advances creative, "win-win" partnership models that move beyond transactional fundraising. Cultural & Political Acumen: Navigates complex social, political, and community landscapes with integrity and equity at the center. Equity-Driven Influence: Advance racial and gender equity through external engagement and public leadership. Financial Acumen: Develop diversified revenue streams that ensure long-term sustainability. Staff understand the critical role volunteers play in achieving YWCA Richmond's mission and provide volunteers with appropriate support, respect, and communication. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department. The YWCA Richmond provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. PI805866d5-
City National Bank
New York, New York
HEAD OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE CITY NATIONAL BANK WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Head of City National Bank's (CNB) Wealth Management Compliance business, which include investment advisory businesses, broker dealer activities, as well as trust and fiduciary activities. Advisory activities are executed both out of the Bank as well as through two Registered Investment Advisors, RBC Securities and RBC Rochdale. The trust and fiduciary activities occur both through RBC Trust Company (Delaware) as well as through its national bank charter. The Head of WM Compliance will oversee compliance activities for this division while promoting a strong culture of ethics, compliance, and integrity. Additionally, the Head of WM Compliance will partner with RBC Centers of Excellence on compliance programs and oversight related to Surveillance, Licensing, Conflicts, Funds and Broker Dealer Compliance. As a business line operating out of entities that are direct and indirect subsidiaries of CNB, a national bank regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) in the U.S., which operates out of a bank holding company regulated by the Federal Reserve, and with activities subject to FINRA and the SEC, it will be critical for the Head of WM Compliance to balance regulatory expectations across various regulatory regimes. Further, as a member of the US Capital Markets and Wealth Management team, the CNB Head of WM Compliance will help drive synergy across the US and leverage best practices. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Advance compliance programs that focus on regulatory requirements across applicable regulatory regimes, including: the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and OCC Regulation 9. Foster a strong culture of compliance with senior management and business partners Oversee and challenge as appropriate front line compliance risk taking activity, including in alignment with OCC's Heightened Standards and the Federal Reserve's Enhanced Prudential Standards as applicable. Provide advice and guidance to the CNB Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses, seeking to become a trusted advisor. Implement independent risk management routines to assure proper alignment exists with SEC and FINRA expectations, and in conjunction with RBC US Compliance Practices and the RBC Wealth Management Compliance teams. Oversee compliance management activity within the firm's RIA program, specifically, including ongoing maintenance of firm's Form ADV, Parts 1 and 2 as well as regular and periodic updates. Leveraging RBC's US shared service, provide oversight of firm and agent registration and licensing for broker dealers and registered investment adviser Provide periodic reporting to CNB, RBC and subsidiary boards with respect to matters of compliance Provide proactive compliance advice ,support and coverage to the Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses to help ensure regulatory and policy matters are well understood and effectively managed Evaluate and oversee internal controls to ensure their adequacy and effectiveness with respect to compliance risks and requirements Prioritize compliance activities toward areas identified as having the highest levels of compliance risk to the company Perform periodic risk assessments of business and operational activities to identify compliance gaps and potential exposure Establish topic and job-specific compliance training for officers and employees Partner with business units to remediate compliance findings and issues, including those identified in internal and external examinations and audits Facilitate audits and exams related to Compliance for the Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses Integrate activities with other departments to accomplish common goals. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices to further develop effective compliance policies and procedures and programs Provide leadership with CNB affiliates to assure efficient operations as well as full compliance. Elevate and escalate material issues and concerns to both Compliance senior management and business senior management as appropriate. Perform other duties as may be requested by City National Bank's Chief Compliance Officer or by the RBC VP of Global Capital Markets and U.S. Investment Management-Broker Dealer Compliance Complies fully policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED? Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Minimum 10 years of wealth management compliance experience, including investment/asset management/broker dealer/fiduciary/trust experience in a banking or investment environment required. Minimum 5 years of management experience required Additional Qualifications FINRA Series 7: General Securities Rep preferred Advanced knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is required, with knowledge of bank non-deposit investment product requirements, OCC Regulation 9, and ERISA regulations. Knowledge and ability to reinforce a strong culture of compliance and provide independent challenge to senior management and business partners. Ability to develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures and compel others to adhere to them. Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills sufficient to interact with all levels of Adviser and Fund Personnel, clients, vendors, etc. Ability to write policies and create compliance disclosures. Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point). Experience communicating and interacting with regulatory agencies, including exam management and other regulatory affairs. For Banking Compliance related roles, Certified Compliance Risk Manager (CRCM). For Wealth Management Compliance roles, experience with a financial institution such as a broker/dealer and/or registered investment adviser. For Wealth Management Compliance roles, experience working within a Compliance Investment Management role. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Compensation Starting base salary: $200,000 - $340,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Benefits and Perks At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including: Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date Generous 401(k) company matching contribution Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks . ABOUT US Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us . INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled. Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
HEAD OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE CITY NATIONAL BANK WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Head of City National Bank's (CNB) Wealth Management Compliance business, which include investment advisory businesses, broker dealer activities, as well as trust and fiduciary activities. Advisory activities are executed both out of the Bank as well as through two Registered Investment Advisors, RBC Securities and RBC Rochdale. The trust and fiduciary activities occur both through RBC Trust Company (Delaware) as well as through its national bank charter. The Head of WM Compliance will oversee compliance activities for this division while promoting a strong culture of ethics, compliance, and integrity. Additionally, the Head of WM Compliance will partner with RBC Centers of Excellence on compliance programs and oversight related to Surveillance, Licensing, Conflicts, Funds and Broker Dealer Compliance. As a business line operating out of entities that are direct and indirect subsidiaries of CNB, a national bank regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) in the U.S., which operates out of a bank holding company regulated by the Federal Reserve, and with activities subject to FINRA and the SEC, it will be critical for the Head of WM Compliance to balance regulatory expectations across various regulatory regimes. Further, as a member of the US Capital Markets and Wealth Management team, the CNB Head of WM Compliance will help drive synergy across the US and leverage best practices. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Advance compliance programs that focus on regulatory requirements across applicable regulatory regimes, including: the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and OCC Regulation 9. Foster a strong culture of compliance with senior management and business partners Oversee and challenge as appropriate front line compliance risk taking activity, including in alignment with OCC's Heightened Standards and the Federal Reserve's Enhanced Prudential Standards as applicable. Provide advice and guidance to the CNB Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses, seeking to become a trusted advisor. Implement independent risk management routines to assure proper alignment exists with SEC and FINRA expectations, and in conjunction with RBC US Compliance Practices and the RBC Wealth Management Compliance teams. Oversee compliance management activity within the firm's RIA program, specifically, including ongoing maintenance of firm's Form ADV, Parts 1 and 2 as well as regular and periodic updates. Leveraging RBC's US shared service, provide oversight of firm and agent registration and licensing for broker dealers and registered investment adviser Provide periodic reporting to CNB, RBC and subsidiary boards with respect to matters of compliance Provide proactive compliance advice ,support and coverage to the Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses to help ensure regulatory and policy matters are well understood and effectively managed Evaluate and oversee internal controls to ensure their adequacy and effectiveness with respect to compliance risks and requirements Prioritize compliance activities toward areas identified as having the highest levels of compliance risk to the company Perform periodic risk assessments of business and operational activities to identify compliance gaps and potential exposure Establish topic and job-specific compliance training for officers and employees Partner with business units to remediate compliance findings and issues, including those identified in internal and external examinations and audits Facilitate audits and exams related to Compliance for the Wealth Management and Private Banking businesses Integrate activities with other departments to accomplish common goals. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices to further develop effective compliance policies and procedures and programs Provide leadership with CNB affiliates to assure efficient operations as well as full compliance. Elevate and escalate material issues and concerns to both Compliance senior management and business senior management as appropriate. Perform other duties as may be requested by City National Bank's Chief Compliance Officer or by the RBC VP of Global Capital Markets and U.S. Investment Management-Broker Dealer Compliance Complies fully policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED? Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Minimum 10 years of wealth management compliance experience, including investment/asset management/broker dealer/fiduciary/trust experience in a banking or investment environment required. Minimum 5 years of management experience required Additional Qualifications FINRA Series 7: General Securities Rep preferred Advanced knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is required, with knowledge of bank non-deposit investment product requirements, OCC Regulation 9, and ERISA regulations. Knowledge and ability to reinforce a strong culture of compliance and provide independent challenge to senior management and business partners. Ability to develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures and compel others to adhere to them. Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills sufficient to interact with all levels of Adviser and Fund Personnel, clients, vendors, etc. Ability to write policies and create compliance disclosures. Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point). Experience communicating and interacting with regulatory agencies, including exam management and other regulatory affairs. For Banking Compliance related roles, Certified Compliance Risk Manager (CRCM). For Wealth Management Compliance roles, experience with a financial institution such as a broker/dealer and/or registered investment adviser. For Wealth Management Compliance roles, experience working within a Compliance Investment Management role. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Compensation Starting base salary: $200,000 - $340,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Benefits and Perks At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including: Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date Generous 401(k) company matching contribution Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks . ABOUT US Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us . INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled. Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
