Senior Consultant Team Lead

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 is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world s most successful individuals families and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service expertise and integrity With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22 000 partners we serve the world s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service Northern Trust Asset Management is a trillion dollar investment management firm entrusted by investors around the globe to help them navigate changing market environments so they can confidently realize their long-term objectives Senior Consultant Team Lead - Investment Performance Attribution role will be responsible for the calculation of Performance Attribution and GIPS composites across a wide range of investment portfolios and fund products with focus on accuracy and timeliness of the returns The individual will be responsible for oversight of Performance and attribution team strong collaboration with the global team and active involvement in projects and building solutions The individual sought will be a thought leader and analytically proficient based upon prior experience and expertise also demonstrate people management skill for a diverse global team in multiple locations The scope of responsibilities will include regular communication with the global Performance and Attribution team to manage data quality and create scale This role will act in partnership with practice groups including Portfolio Management Product Management Sales and Marketing Investment Operations and others from the Performance Attribution team The role will also involve identifying solutioning and championing digital and automation initiatives to transform operational effectiveness and responsiveness to achieve scale while expanding upon the team s current core functional output KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a subject matter expert on Global Investment Performance Standards GIPS Investment Performance Measurement Attribution investment performance analytics and drive excellence across this practice Responsibilities include Provides clients with consulting on complex performance capabilities to evaluate the performance of various investment vehicles in the client s plans funds and monitor the guidelines for the Investments managers Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams such as Product PMs Internal Controls Legal and performance to assess the current state and architect the future state of global operating models processes and capabilities to successfully support evolving business needs related to GIPS and Performance Assess service level agreements and suggest improvements to create a robust governance and control framework to ensure the delivery of timely and accurate GIPS composites and marketing materials Participate in the development of calculation and reporting data governance standards that are agreed and leveraged across global teams to ensure data quality Oversee existing and prospective applications proprietary and vended to ensure fit-for-purpose platforms Stay informed of regulatory and industry requirements that may impact data elements required for presentation to clients and prospects Proactively identify and implement improvements to existing processes to further gain operational efficiency and productivity Collaborates with the wider analyst teams and delegate tasks appropriately to ensure deadlines are met Participate in global management team representing the region to regularly propose solutions and or suggestions to improve level of client service Maintain strong working relationship with internal support groups across the practice and provide SME input into strategic plans Manages an analytical group including conducting the performance management process and providing input for staffing and disciplinary actions and provides hands on training to staff KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Detailed understanding of the Performance and methodologies asset management business with expertise in fixed income equity and multi-asset strategies Familiarity of Alternative investment process performance and attribution analysis are complimentary to the role Strong organizational written and verbal client servicing skills required Must have excellent time management interpersonal and multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask meet deadlines adapt to change and willing to overcome obstacles to accomplish goal Knowledge experience with Aladdin Eagle Bloomberg FactSet MSCI Index Monitor NT PACE Custom Hierarchy RADAR Data Direct and Integrated Reporting preferred Independent self-starter with an excellence in execution while ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment possess excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with internal external stakeholders Must be a critical thinker with excellent communication skills for presenting listening and writing functions Strong presentation skills with ability to explain complex ideas at a high level Understanding of how a client s data flows through Northern Trust systems is preferred Ability to problem-solve develop and evaluate solutions while planning and prioritizing client activities to manage relationships effectively Proactively determine client needs or issues by asking insightful questions and developing the client relationship while effectively managing client and business partner expectations EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Master s degree CFA and or CIPM designation strongly preferred At least 9 years of work experience in hands-on experience in Investment Performance GIPS and Attribution and working with Product functions to support the publishing of official investment performance and marketing materials Extensive understanding of the asset management industry with a demonstrated track record within the performance and analytics space at a mid-to-large investment management firm Demonstrate substantial understanding of performance measurement methodologies including performance analytics and attribution Proficiency with investment as well as reporting and analytic tools and databases Prior project and people management experience preferred Eligibility 2 years of experience as Consultant Team Lead or existing people management experience 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 is an asset that emboldens 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 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 talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater