RBC reviews

3.9

73% would recommend to a friend

(11,006 total reviews)
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David I. McKay

91% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

RBC has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 11,006 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The RBC employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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11K reviews
4.0
Jan 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Job security is abundant but not guaranteed

Cons

A lot of bureaucracy and lower wages

5.0
Jan 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The "RBC" Stamp: Having RBC on your resume is powerful. It signals to future employers that you have been vetted by Canada's largest bank and survived their training. Paid Training: Unlike some smaller firms, RBC pays you while you study for necessary certifications (like the Investment Funds in Canada course) during the internship. Networking: You are physically in a branch. Smart interns use this to network with Commercial Bankers, Financial Planners, and Mortgage Specialists who work in the same building—people who have the jobs you actually want in 3–5 years. Better than Retail: If you are coming from standard retail (e.g., clothing, fast food), this is a step up. You get banking hours (evenings are rare compared to malls), paid statutory holidays, and a professional environment.

Cons

Despite the 'Advisor' title, this is fundamentally a sales position. Success relies on actively identifying opportunities to cross-sell banking products. Candidates who are uncomfortable with aggressive sales targets may find this role difficult.

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