Operational Risk Analytics and Insights Specialist

Northern Trust Corp; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Ireland is seeking a Senior Risk Analytics Specialist (P4 / VP) to support the Second Line of Defense by evolving non-financial risk analytics into real-time, decision-ready insights for leadership.

You will lead risk analytics reporting, dashboards, and advanced insights, translating complex data into concise narratives, and partnering with local stakeholders to drive informed risk decisions.

Qualifications

• Extensive risk management experience in a financial institution.
• Strong background in risk analytics, data analysis, or quantitative disciplines.
• Ability to connect analytics to business and risk outcomes.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of operational risk in financial services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to translate complex data into executive insights.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
• Proven ability to build new risk analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of risk analytics reporting and risk scorecards; provide consolidated views of operational risk and resiliency.
• Deliver actionable risk intelligence by prioritizing insights and identifying cross-cutting risk themes.
• Enable near real-time risk analytics with dynamic dashboards and automated data sourcing.
• Leverage data and AI to enhance risk insights and pattern detection.
• Provide executive-level storytelling and engagement; translate analytics for senior leadership.
• Partner with local stakeholders to understand business context and influence risk decisions.

Skills

Risk analytics

Senior stakeholder engagement

Executive storytelling

Data analysis

Operational risk

Problem-solving

Communications

Capability building

AI / advanced analytics

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.

About The Role:

We are seeking a Senior Risk Analytics Specialist (P4 / VP) to support the Second Line of Defense (2LOD) in the evolution of non-financial risk analytics capabilities to better identify early warning signals, connect cross-cutting risk themes, and deliver real-time insights to leadership. This role is critical to that evolution, driving the development of dynamic, near real-time analytics and translating complex risk signals into concise, decision-ready narratives for senior management. This is not a process-oriented role. It requires a deep understanding of how the business operates, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate complex data into compelling executive narratives. The individual will play a critical role in shaping how risk is identified, understood, and managed across the organization. Last but not least, we are a team that lives Northern Trust’s values of cherishing and nourishing our diverse and inclusive culture, and we welcome you to help us further define and grow our community.

Responsibilities

1. Lead Development of Risk Analytics Reporting Design and deliver risk scorecard reports, providing consolidated views of operational risk and resiliency Define standardized metrics across risk, controls, resiliency, and performance Ensure outputs deliver clear, decision-ready insights
2. Deliver Actionable Risk Intelligence Convert risk data (events, metrics, assessments, issues) into prioritized, actionable insights Identify cross-cutting and systemic risk themes impacting critical business services Support leadership by clearly articulating risk implications, trade-offs, and recommended actions
3. Enable Near Real-Time Risk Analytics Develop dynamic dashboards and real-time analytical views aligned to leadership needs Drive automation of data sourcing and refresh cycles to reduce reliance on static reporting Support rapid response to emerging risks through on-demand analytics and insight generation Enable earlier identification and escalation of risk signals
4. Leverage Data and AI for Advanced Insights Identify and implement opportunities to use advanced analytics and AI to enhance risk insight generation Apply techniques such as pattern detection, clustering, and thematic analysis across risk data sets Generate forward-looking insights to anticipate emerging risks Improve the speed, consistency, and quality of risk intelligence
5. Provide Executive-Level Storytelling and Engagement Translate complex analytics into clear, concise narratives for senior leadership Participate directly in senior forums to provide real-time risk insight and challenge Anticipate leadership needs and tailor messaging accordingly Ensure consistency and clarity in risk communication across deliverables
6. Partner Closely with Local Stakeholders Serve as a trusted analytics advisor to senior stakeholders Engage directly with local leadership and risk partners to understand business context Contribute to discussions “in the room” where decisions are made Build strong relationships to enhance influence and effectiveness

Skills/Experience

• Extensive experience in risk management within a financial institution
• Strong background in risk analytics, data analysis, or quantitative disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to connect analytics to business and risk outcomes
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
• Deep understanding of operational risk and financial services environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, executive-level insights
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills
• Proven ability to build new capabilities and innovate

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. 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. 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.

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.

Extra email: https://hrhelpservices.northerntrust.com/ and phone: [phone] (North America), [phone] (Asia Pacific), 1800-425-0333 (India), [phone] (Europe, Middle East and Africa)

APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT

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.

Canada EEO STATEMENT

Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

EMEA EEO STATEMENT

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.

USA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.