Sr Manager, Program Manager

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Life & accident insurance

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a seasoned IT Project leader to manage the IT Projects group(s) and drive multiple complex initiatives. The role focuses on planning, directing, and delivering program outcomes that align with corporate objectives.

Requires a college degree in Computer Science or related discipline, with 5–7+ years in technology and at least 3 years supervising staff. Strong leadership, governance, and DR-aligned architecture experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires college/university degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• 5–7+ years of diverse experience in multiple areas of technology or equivalent education/experience.
• At least three years supervising technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct IT Projects group(s) to meet business objectives.
• Plan, manage and direct multiple complex projects with project teams.
• Track progress against time, budget and demonstrated results; report to senior management.
• Define and maintain the corporate systems architecture aligned with disaster recovery objectives.
• Determine staffing needs, oversee hiring and salary administration; provide leadership to staff.
• Develop and communicate an overall strategy to meet business unit and corporate goals.
• Develop and manage programs for risk management and compliance for the group.
• Oversee performance management, career development and diversity programs in assigned groups.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

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.

Major Duties

• Manages the business unit¿s IT Projects group(s). Oversees, plans and directs the activities for the group(s), ensuring that the business objectives are met.
• Responsible for leading, planning, managing and directing multiple complex projects consisting one or more project teams.
• Tracks project progress with respect to time, budget and demonstrated results. Communicates progress to top management and modifies schedules as required.
• Manages the development, communication and maintenance of the corporate systems architecture for a major area within IT projects. Assures the related corporate architecture is consistent with disaster recovery plan objectives.
• Determines staffing needs, makes hiring and firing decisions, handles salary administration and ensures resources are available to accomplish priorities. Provides leadership and guidance to staff, fostering an environment that encourages employee participation and teamwork.
• Assists in the development, implementation and communication of an overall strategy to meet the business unit and corporate strategic plan. Directs the activities of the group towards accomplishing those objectives.
• Develops and manages programs to support risk management and compliance programs and activities for their assigned group.
• Assumes accountability for the performance management, career development and diversity programs in assigned groups.

Knowledge

• Requires excellent planning, conceptual, consulting and communication skills, analytical ability, strong judgement and management skills and the ability to interact with senior business areas and IT management staff.
• Knowledge of business strategy development is preferred to assist in the long term planning and management of profitability/performance of the group.
• Leadership and organization skills are required to direct the activities of the group.
• Skills in translating broad strategic intent into tactical plans and directions.
• Must have excellent negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written also required.

Experience

Requires a college or university degree and/or relevant proven work experience in Computer Science or related discipline, at least five, typically seven or more years of diverse experience in multiple areas of technology or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. At least three years supervising technical staff.

Salary Range

$114,700 - 194,900 USD 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).

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.

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.

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.

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EMEA 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.

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