Associate Banking Advisor

Northern Trust Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp. is seeking an Associate Banking Advisor to coordinate account administration for Banking clients and support Relationship Managers in business development. You will engage with clients, prepare presentations, and help drive client servicing initiatives across multiple teams.

The role emphasizes credit awareness, loan documentation understanding, and ongoing compliance with banking policies. A strong client-service mindset and 5+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of banking products and services is required.
• Knowledge of banking functions and credit analysis.
• Analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills are required.
• 5+ years’ experience in financial servicing/accounting with client servicing background.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate account administration for Banking clients and respond to inquiries.
• Assist Relationship Managers with business development and client presentations.
• Manage portfolios and participate in credit presentations.
• Coordinate with Account Managers and Operations on deposits and transactions.
• Document services and communications with clients for daily activity.
• Identify process improvements and service efficiency enhancements.

Skills

Banking knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Credit analysis

Job description

About Northern TrustAs 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.The Associate Banking Advisor will be responsible for coordinating the account administration for Banking clients; responds to client inquiries, produces reports and oversees transaction processing. Also responsible for assisting Relationship Managers in business development; creating client presentations and coordinating with the Account Managers and Operations servicing team.Key responsibilities include:1. Assists the Portfolio Banking Advisors and Banking Relationship Advisors with client portfolios and internal administration of accounts; communicates regularly with clients, attends client meetings and presentations and assists Relationship Managers with business development plans and client presentations2. As appropriate, manages a portfolio of clients and makes credit presentations at Group Credit Committee.3. Coordinates with the Account Managers and Operations on deposit related transaction processing and to execute daily client transaction activity including account opening, exception clearing, overdrafts, fees, payments and borrowing; handles inquiry resolution; obtains appropriate documentation necessary for credit underwriting, monitoring and credit file maintenance; requests and ensures systems information is up-to-date; execution of client servicing events, communicating with clients and other internal and external partners4. Oversees development of appropriate action plans for client servicing and coordinates with other team members across disciplines to ensure execution and follow-up5. Documents services provided, specialized procedures and ongoing written communications with client as appropriate in managing daily activity6. Develops clear understanding of clients need behind service requests and communicates to service partners. Obtains appropriate information from partners and client to facilitate service changes or transactions7. Assists Relationship Managers with internal administration of accounts, business development and client presentations for Banking8. Identifies service efficiency enhancements, process improvements and service delivery using creative and proactive measures9. Communicates with clients regularly to inform them of account set-up or status, past due loans, document requests or other information10. Develops and maintains working knowledge of loan agreements, financial statements and other documentation required to monitor client relationships11. Is well versed in the compliance requirements for new accounts and relationships. Prepares compliance certificates, monitors loan document deficiencies and reviews compliance reports for adherence to policy and procedures12. Reviews loan documents, submits loans requests for evaluation, may attend loan closings to help review documentation with clients, follows up on missing loan documentation13. Develops and maintains a working knowledge of various business applications critical to relationship management including client on-line tools14. Participates in inter-discipline training within the office/region. Acts as a technical resource or expert for other account managers on process or procedures for delivery of service15. Coordinates commercial/custom approval process by submitting requests for underwriting and loan documentation and proactively engages in the renewal process by reviewing reports of maturing credits and coordinates the receipt of required information from client for renewal process16. Coordinates due diligence on loans such as obtaining money market rates, ordering of appraisals and other items necessary for loan approval and booking17. Carries out complex activities with significant financial, client and/or internal business impact18. May have direct interaction with committees and/or Senior Management19. Able to serve as a key subject matter expert and mentor to other more junior level employees20. May manage daily operational activities and supervise day-to-day work of junior level employees (but not a formal management role)21. More technically sound in area of expertise and has broader knowledge of other areas22. Delivers a work product that requires less revision23. Able to facilitate discussions and reach decisionsThe successful candidate will have:Knowledge of banking products and services is required.Knowledge of banking functions.Analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills required.5+ years’ experience, or equivalent, in financial servicing/accounting fields with client servicing background.Formal credit training is required with a minimum of one year experience performing credit analysis and underwritingSalary Range:$99,600 - 169,200 USDSalary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).Working with UsAs 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 AccommodationNorthern 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.