Analyst, Alt Investments

About the role

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company founded in 1889, is a global financial institution known for its excellence in serving sophisticated clients through innovative financial services and strong ethical practices. The company is headquartered in Chicago and offers a wide range of financial services to individuals, families, and institutions.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Alternative Asset Services contact for client relationship managers at Northern Trust, handling all client-related inquiries regarding alternative investments.
• Monitor, resolve, and respond to inquiries from internal and external parties, including pulling and interpreting data, and preparing analysis to meet client valuation expectations.
• Manage assigned daily tasks to ensure day-to-day deliverables are met while working effectively in a team environment.
• Consistently review and assess processes to identify process improvements for increased team efficiency.
• Participate actively in department projects and initiatives, using initiative to address routine issues and referring more complex problems to supervisors or experts.

Requirements

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Capital Markets, including Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Commingles Funds, Valuation Reporting, and Reconciliation Principles, and a background in Finance or Accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• A college degree required, with an emphasis in Finance & Accounting preferred.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of Capital Markets concepts.

Benefits

• 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.
• Discretionary bonus program with an equity component.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $43,200 - $64,800 USD. The salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The work schedule will align with Northern Trust's Chicago office hours, typically starting at 6:30am or 7:30am, depending on Daylight Saving Time.

Benefits

• 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.
• Other voluntary and well-being benefits.
• Discretionary bonus program with an equity component.

Contact Information

To learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with Northern Trust, visit our website via the “Apply” button below. For further information, please contact our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.