Operational Risk & Controls Consultant – IPS

ntrs; Limerick; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Consultant, Business Unit Controls in Ireland to strengthen IPS risk and control environments. This role partners with Operations, Risk, Compliance, and Technology to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational risks across global teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Operational Risk, Internal Audit, or Compliance with experience in Investment Operations or Asset Servicing. Strong governance, data analytics, and reporting skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Professional certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CIA, PMP, Lean Six Sigma advantageous.
• 5+ years' experience in Operational Risk, Controls, Internal Audit, Compliance, or Financial Services Operations.
• Experience across Investment Ops, Asset Servicing, Custody, Fund Administration, or Capital Markets.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and control environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Risk & Control Management across IPS.
• Facilitate RCSA workshops with stakeholders.
• Design and execute control testing programs.
• Support governance, audit, and regulatory reviews.
• Lead incident reviews and remediation planning.
• Produce executive dashboards and risk reporting.
• Influence stakeholders to strengthen governance and control practices.

Skills

Operational Risk

Risk Management

Internal Audit

Compliance

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CRISC Certification

CISA Certification

CIA Certification

PMP Certification

Lean Six Sigma

Tools

Power BI

Data Analytics

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Consultant, Business Unit Controls in Ireland to strengthen IPS risk and control environments. This role partners with Operations, Risk, Compliance, and Technology to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational risks across global teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Operational Risk, Internal Audit, or Compliance with experience in Investment Operations or Asset Servicing. Strong governance, data analytics, and reporting skills are required.