Analyst, Alt Investments

About the Role

Act as the primary Alternative Asset Services contact for client relationship managers at Northern Trust for 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 ensure client valuation expectations are met. Manage assigned daily tasks to meet day-to-day deliverables while working effectively in a team environment. Consistently review and assess processes to identify improvements for increased team efficiency. Actively participate in department projects and initiatives. Use initiative but refer complex problems to supervisors or experts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for client relationship managers regarding alternative investments.
• Monitor, resolve, and respond to inquiries from internal and external parties, including data interpretation and analysis.
• Manage daily tasks to ensure deliverables are met in a team environment.
• Review and assess processes to identify and implement efficiency improvements.
• Participate in department projects and initiatives.
• Use initiative for problem-solving but escalate complex issues to supervisors or experts.

Requirements

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Capital Markets with exposure to Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Commingled Funds, Valuation Reporting, or Reconciliation Principles (finance or accounting background preferred).
• Work schedule aligned with Chicago office hours (start time: 6:30 AM or 7:30 AM, depending on Daylight Savings).

Qualifications

• A college degree is required; emphasis in Finance & Accounting preferred.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future (no sponsorship available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

Benefits

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture with a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and the company is committed to an inclusive workplace and supporting the communities it serves. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of its culture, with employees globally contributing time and talent to community initiatives.

About the Location

The Northern Trust Tempe office opened in 2015 with 75 employees and now serves over 75 different business functions with more than 700 employees. The team is recognized as a Global Capability Center that delivers exceptional value, quality, expertise, and innovation through its diverse talent.