Royal Bank of Canada Capital Markets - Executive Assistant / Office Manager (Frankfurt based)

Overview

RBC Capital Markets is a premier investment bank that provides a focused set of products and services to large-cap corporations, institutional investors and governments worldwide. With more than 7,600 professionals globally, we operate out of 55 offices in 16 countries across Europe, the U.K., North America, and the Asia‑Pacific region.

Position

Role: Executive Assistant / Office Manager based in Frankfurt.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the communication link between the Frankfurt office and RBC's leadership and functional areas in London, Toronto, and New York.
• Manage all reporting requirements, including regulatory, tax, and internal reporting.
• Maintain HR files for office employees.
• Support senior management client communications and appointment management with RBC’s client base.
• Manage travel, itineraries, and expenses for in‑person client meetings across the DACH region.
• Process expenses and invoices in a timely manner.
• Arrange internal and client meetings, book rooms, catering, and welcome guests.
• Plan and organize client events across the DACH region.
• Organize recruiting events and coordinate with RBC’s London‑based recruiting function.
• Monitor office infrastructure, order supplies, manage facility, accounting, maintenance, and repair works.
• Serve as the interface with RBC's London‑based support functions, including IT, HR, Accounting, and Real Estate.

Key Relationships

• Develop inter‑office relationships across the RBC group, connecting the Frankfurt office with London, New York, and Toronto.
• Build external relationships with RBC clients across the DACH region, supporting senior management's client engagement activities.
• Manage key supplier relationships in the office manager role, including travel, stationery, and other vendors.
• Interact with office staff and group employees in a professional and team‑oriented manner.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fluent in German and English.
• Prior experience as an Executive Assistant or Office Manager.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach, working effectively with assistant teams across Europe and globally.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Discretion and the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Working Conditions / Compliance

• Work in the open‑plan area of the Frankfurt office (private side).
• Travel within Germany as needed to support recruiting and client entertainment functions.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all oral and written communication with RBC clients.
• Demonstrate proficiency with standard desktop software, which is essential for the role.

Benefits / What’s in it for you?

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team.
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.

Additional Job Details

• Address: 9-10 TAUNUSANLAGE, FRANKFURT AM MAIN
• City: Frankfurt am Main
• Country: Germany
• Work hours/week: 40
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS
• Job Type: Regular
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date:
• Application Deadline:

EEO Statement

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence, and we strive to deliver through policies fostering a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.