Senior Fund Accounting Training Consultant

001 The Northern Trust Company; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Paid time off

Parental/Caregiver leave

Life & Disability insurance

Other well-being benefits

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Training Consultant to join the COO Learning & Development team. You will translate business requirements into learning strategy, lead the design and delivery of learning solutions, and oversee complex programs aligned with enterprise needs on a global scale.

The role requires 5–8 years in Fund Accounting operations or training consulting, strong communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of operational experience in the Fund Accounting operations function.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with all levels of staff.
• Excellent project management capabilities and leadership skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into learning solutions.
• Experience in training consulting and performance support is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Consult with management to translate requirements into learning strategy.
• Develop and implement programs that support performance aligned with enterprise needs.
• Design and deliver proactive communication plans for global audiences.
• Lead major, complex learning initiatives as project manager.
• Collaborate with global training teams to deliver unified curricula.

Skills

Fund Accounting

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

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.

Job Summary

As a member of the COO Learning & Development (L&D) Team, the Senior Training Consultant consults with all levels of management to translate business requirements into learning and development strategy. Also ensures that learning and development interventions are aligned with the needs of the Business Unit and Northern Trust. A Senior Consultant is required to lead as well as work collaboratively with Training Consultants defining learning solutions that support the functional requirements. This role assists management in the development, implementation and maintenance of programs and curriculums that support management and development. Delivers and/or oversees the delivery of a wide range of learning and performance support solutions, likely to be highly visible and complex in nature. The Senior Consultant role will engage with local and regional practice leads and stakeholders to deliver the solutions required to support organizational goals at a local and global level. This role is also responsible for the assignment of work to the assigned L&D Team and is responsible for input in the performance management process for the team.

Major Duties

• Consults with all levels of management to translate business requirements into learning and development strategy.
• Develops and implements programs that support individual and organizational performance that are aligned with Business Unit and/or enterprise-wide needs.
• Designs and implements proactive communication plans to ensure that learning and development initiatives are communicated effectively to global audiences.
• Evaluates training solutions to identify areas for improvement and maintain highest quality delivery.
• Identifies and evaluates applicability of new learning development vehicles, tools or programs developed by other organizations or vendors.
• Recommends purchase of programs to management, as appropriate.
• Facilitates/conducts learning and training solutions.
• Acts as project manager for major, complex and high‑profile learning and development initiatives.
• Keeps abreast of learning and development best practices and introduces them to Northern and the L&D Training Team.

Area Specific Duties - Fund Accounting

• Develop/Coordinate/deliver the i2i program mandatory curriculum within assigned geographic location.
• Liaise with both managers and participants to outline program requirements.
• Continuous evaluation of the program working with GFS and Stakeholders.
• Design, develop and maintain a training curriculum for the Fund Accounting function within the Global L&D curriculums which can be implemented and delivered regardless of geographic location.
• Coordinate/deliver the new hire curriculum within your geographic location.
• Design and deliver training for existing systems and new system roll‑outs.
• Ensures that the L&D Functional learning and development interventions are aligned with the Business Unit and/or enterprise-wide needs.
• Consult with areas in the business unit to provide ongoing support.
• Work collaboratively with other Global Training Teams.
• Lead global projects within the FA Training group.

Skills / Experience

Is a technical expert with in‑depth knowledge of Fund Accounting and strong knowledge of the business unit and corporate strategy. Has strong project management capabilities. Has excellent communication, marketing, relationship, facilitation and motivational skills. Shows strong judgment in the ability to formulate plans based on needs and leadership styles of key leaders. Executes efficiently and effectively. Leadership and organizational skills are essential. For this position, we are looking for an individual that fits one of the two profiles below. Please note that a heavier weighting will be applied to a candidate with strong Fund Accounting functional knowledge:

An experienced operations professional willing to develop their consulting, writing and presenting skills.

Requirements include: Five to eight years of operational experience in the Fund Accounting operations function A strong understanding of complex fund structures and concepts A thorough understanding of the end-to-end Fund Accounting process Excellent communication skills Ability to work with all levels of staff Self‑starter and team player Attention to detail

An experienced training professional willing to quickly learn all aspects of the Fund Accounting operations function.

Requirements include: Five to eight years of training consulting experience Excellent communication skills Ability to work with all levels of staff Self‑starter and team player Attention to detail All candidates will be asked to present and submit a technical writing sample, either procedures or training documentation.

#LI-Hybrid Salary Range

#LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $83,100 - 141,300 Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay.

Benefits

• 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
• other voluntary and well‑being benefits

Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants 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 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.

Terms and Conditions

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EEO Statements

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 EOO 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. EEO Know Your Rights (U.S.)