Senior 1LoD Control Testing Consultant

Northern Trust; Limerick; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Consultant to join the newly established Centralized 1LoD Control Testing function. You will standardize and enhance control testing practices across business units and corporate functions, executing risk-based control reviews and identifying trends and remediation opportunities.

The role requires 5+ years in risk and control testing within financial services, with strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and drive

Qualifications

• 5+ years of risk and control testing experience.
• Experience in financial services industry, including regulatory experience.
• Understanding of control frameworks and testing methodologies.
• Self-motivated with strong collaboration and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent analytics skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leads controls testing execution including walkthroughs, design, and operating effectiveness testing.
• Ensures all aspects of testing are properly documented in prescribed templates and First Line of Defense Control Testing Methodology and in line with testing quality expectations.
• Draft reporting and incorporate feedback resulting from Test Lead/Manager review.
• Responsible for identification and escalation of follow-ups and potential deficiencies.
• Work closely with stakeholders of varying levels to remediate risk areas while driving improved operations/compliance.
• Assist with control projects, operational and/or corporate risk initiatives, where directed.

Skills

Risk & control testing

Regulatory experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

College or university degree is required

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Consultant to join the newly established Centralized 1LoD Control Testing function. You will standardize and enhance control testing practices across business units and corporate functions, executing risk-based control reviews and identifying trends and remediation opportunities.

The role requires 5+ years in risk and control testing within financial services, with strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and drive