CFA Institute
Associate Consultant, Data Management - Total Portfolio Solutions
CFA Institute, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
About Northern Trust
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to the world's successful individuals, families, and institutions, guided by service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Responsibilities
Acts as point of initial entry for all investment data, including entry of (but not limited to): investment transactions (statement-based for alternative assets; file-based for public markets), investment valuations (statement-based for alternative assets; file-based for public markets), manager estimates, plan income/expense items, plan contributions/spending withdrawals, underlying manager exposure data, and benchmark data. Prepare all investment reconciliations, including cash, positions, performance, transactions, and alternative investment metrics (e.g., unfunded commitments). Initial review of NAV, allocation, and underlying client performance for alternative investments. Participate in ongoing process improvements based on specialized skills, knowledge, and experience. Required knowledge & skills
Basic knowledge of the investment industry, including markets and instruments. Basic investment concepts knowledge: IRR, time-weighted return, NAVs, accruals, etc. Basic knowledge of alternative asset classes: hedge funds, private equity, marketable and non-marketable securities, etc. Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and perform effectively under deadlines. Commitment to project success, including willingness to work unconventional hours during critical project phases. Preferred knowledge & skills
Functional/industry knowledge and experience with complex asset allocators such as endowments, foundations, family offices, institutional asset managers, pension funds, or sovereign wealth funds. Technical skills / systems knowledge (Investment Administration & Portfolio Analytics Platforms). Orientation toward operational process improvement. Client servicing experience. Ability to work closely and collaborate with internal stakeholders. Qualifications
A college or university degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field. Interest in pursuing a higher degree or certification such as CFA, CAIA, CIPM, CPA, MBA. Genuine desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, professional, inclusive environment requiring teamwork, problem-solving, deadline management, ongoing communication, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and best practices. Salary Range: $61,500 - 98,300 USD Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component. Working with Us
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability enables us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged; senior leaders are accessible; and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve. Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies. Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater Reasonable accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and discuss your flexible working requirements so we can achieve greater.
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Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to the world's successful individuals, families, and institutions, guided by service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Responsibilities
Acts as point of initial entry for all investment data, including entry of (but not limited to): investment transactions (statement-based for alternative assets; file-based for public markets), investment valuations (statement-based for alternative assets; file-based for public markets), manager estimates, plan income/expense items, plan contributions/spending withdrawals, underlying manager exposure data, and benchmark data. Prepare all investment reconciliations, including cash, positions, performance, transactions, and alternative investment metrics (e.g., unfunded commitments). Initial review of NAV, allocation, and underlying client performance for alternative investments. Participate in ongoing process improvements based on specialized skills, knowledge, and experience. Required knowledge & skills
Basic knowledge of the investment industry, including markets and instruments. Basic investment concepts knowledge: IRR, time-weighted return, NAVs, accruals, etc. Basic knowledge of alternative asset classes: hedge funds, private equity, marketable and non-marketable securities, etc. Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and perform effectively under deadlines. Commitment to project success, including willingness to work unconventional hours during critical project phases. Preferred knowledge & skills
Functional/industry knowledge and experience with complex asset allocators such as endowments, foundations, family offices, institutional asset managers, pension funds, or sovereign wealth funds. Technical skills / systems knowledge (Investment Administration & Portfolio Analytics Platforms). Orientation toward operational process improvement. Client servicing experience. Ability to work closely and collaborate with internal stakeholders. Qualifications
A college or university degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field. Interest in pursuing a higher degree or certification such as CFA, CAIA, CIPM, CPA, MBA. Genuine desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, professional, inclusive environment requiring teamwork, problem-solving, deadline management, ongoing communication, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and best practices. Salary Range: $61,500 - 98,300 USD Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component. Working with Us
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability enables us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged; senior leaders are accessible; and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve. Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies. Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater Reasonable accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and discuss your flexible working requirements so we can achieve greater.
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