Operational Risk Analytics and Insights Specialist

Northern Trust; Limerick; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Risk Analytics Specialist to advance non-financial risk analytics for the 2LOD. The role focuses on turning risk signals into concise, decision-ready narratives for senior management, with real‑time analytics and cross‑functional engagement.

The position emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, dynamic dashboards, and innovative applications of analytics to identify early warnings and escalate risks as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver actionable risk intelligence by turning events, metrics and issues into prioritized insights.
• Develop near real‑time risk analytics and dashboards aligned to leadership needs.
• Leverage data and AI to enhance risk insight generation and forward‑looking views.
• Translate complex analytics into concise narratives for senior leadership.
• Partner with local stakeholders to understand business context and influence decisions.

Skills

Risk management

Risk analytics

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Executive storytelling

Innovation

Communication

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. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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.