Senior Retirement & Benefits Architect (Hybrid)

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Benefits Consultant in Chicago to own and execute complex retirement and benefits programs. You will lead 401(k) governance, compliance, vendor management, and expansion into Canada retirement program responsibilities.

You will oversee HSA, FSA, Life, and other financial well-being offerings, drive regulatory activities, and partner with cross-functional teams to manage risk and enhance employee service. Strong ERISA and SOX knowledge required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of benefits experience with significant retirement plan expertise.
• Strong knowledge of 401(k), Safe Harbor and other plans; Canadian retirement programs preferred
• Experience with ERISA/compliance, SOX, governance, plan administration and vendor management
• Ability to independently manage complex, high-risk, visible work
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior retirement plan SME and trusted advisor to Benefits colleagues and leadership.
• Own and execute key aspects of 401(k) administration, governance, compliance, and vendor management.
• Oversee the Canada retirement program, including vendor relationships and regulatory requirements.
• Manage other employee financial and risk benefits (HSA, FSA, Life, Accident) and financial well-being programs.
• Lead regulatory and compliance activities including nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500, and plan requirements.

Skills

Benefits expertise

ERISA/compliance

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Project management

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Benefits Consultant in Chicago to own and execute complex retirement and benefits programs. You will lead 401(k) governance, compliance, vendor management, and expansion into Canada retirement program responsibilities.

You will oversee HSA, FSA, Life, and other financial well-being offerings, drive regulatory activities, and partner with cross-functional teams to manage risk and enhance employee service. Strong ERISA and SOX knowledge required.