Graduate | Client Services Investment Operations Representative

086 NT Mgmt Services Ireland Ltd; Limerick; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust based in Limerick seeks a Custody Services Professional to resolve client queries, maintain service levels and manage risk within the firm’s global structure. You will work under the Custody Services Manager, developing expertise and strengthening client relationships across the organization.

Key responsibilities include ownership of client inquiries, ensuring timely resolutions, and proactive communication with Investment Managers and internal partners to sustain high

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to facilitate discussions and reach decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet daily client deadlines.
• Ability to plan and prioritize day-to-day workload.
• Ability to review and resolve complex issues.
• Demonstrates an excellent understanding of risk associated with the role.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for all custody related queries from the Client.
• Maintain and enhance service provided to the Client.
• Own and resolve all Client queries.
• Be aware of transition activity linked to the Client.
• Identify and manage resolution of service delivery root causes.
• Initiate frequent, proactive communication with the Investment Manager to verify satisfaction.
• Participate in Service Reviews as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners.
• Monitor client data and standing instructions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Work under pressure

Prioritization

Risk awareness

Job description

About Northern Trust 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. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role/ Department:

Based in Limerick, the successful candidate will report into the Custody Services Manager. The successful individual will focus on resolution of client queries, where expertise is required to problem solve and manage client expectations. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of the firm’s global operating structure. The successful individual will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the service provided to clients while also having the opportunity to identify and solve service issues.

Principal responsibilities.

• To act as the primary point of contact for all custody related queries from the Client.
• Responsible for maintaining and enhancing service provided to the Client.
• Ownership, management and resolution of all Client queries.
• Awareness of transition activity linked to the Client.
• Identifies and manages resolution of service delivery root causes.
• Initiates frequent, proactive communication with the Investment Manager daily contacts to verify perceived levels of satisfaction and demonstrate proactive service.
• Participates in Service Reviews as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal partners.
• Maintain and monitor all client data and standing instructions.
• Monitoring and resolution of cash and stock exceptions.
• Ensure day to day funding requirements are in line with client standing instructions.
• Resolves all ASL situations in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with all NT risk policies and adherence to 'Best Practice' documents.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Analytical and problem solving skills are required.
• Ability to facilitate discussions and reach decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve the multiple daily deadlines for client deliverables, with a mature approach.
• Ability to plan and prioritise their day to day workload to meet client deadlines.
• Ability to review and resolve complex issues.
• Demonstrates an excellent understanding of risk associated with the role.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

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 [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

Looking for greater?

You found it. A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we've been named one of the world’s most admired companies.

Terms and Conditions

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It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources' decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources' decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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