Lead Relationship Manager

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity.

About the role

Cultivates and manages deep, long-term relationships with clients, serving as the central point of contact and helping navigate complex financial needs. Develops referrals and leads from internal and external sources including centers of influence working with clients. Understands each client’s unique family dynamics, financial goals, and philanthropic aspirations.

• Works with a team of experts to develop and implement customized Wealth Management strategies for clients.
• Orchestrates specialists to provide holistic financial services including wealth structuring, credit facilities, banking, asset management, budgeting, insurance, charitable giving, wealth transfer, and tax services.
• Develops tailored meeting agendas and presentations with proactive, targeted advice and a relationship timeline to fulfill client goals in the short, medium and long term.
• Reviews accounts to determine the banking, investment and advisory needs of clients; anticipates and creates opportunities for enhancing the client relationships.
• Contributes to organic growth by expanding current relationships and sourcing new ones.
• Actively participates in the development of new and integrated solutions to meet client needs.
• Brings in experts, when appropriate, and closes the sales.
• Ensures smooth delivery of new services and communicates emerging needs.
• Incorporates digital solutions and capabilities to enhance the client experience.

Requirements

• Broad understanding of Wealth Management principles including investment, tax planning, estate planning, and family governance.
• Proven ability to work across multiple disciplines and synthesize complex information.
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences.
• Strong relationship management capabilities and high emotional intelligence.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills with ability to influence and negotiate.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant field (Business Administration, Finance, Economics).
• 10 - 15 years industry experience, including significant experience in relationship management and portfolio management.
• MBA or Post-Graduate Degree preferred.
• CFP, CPA, CFA, CTFA, CFM certificate preferred.
• Series 7 and 63 required.

Pay

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay: $137,400 - 240,400 USD.

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 that may include an equity component.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.