Strategic Growth Programs Lead – Wealth Management

Northern Trust

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 162,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension
Health and welfare benefits
Paid time off
Parental and caregiver leave
Life & accident insurance
Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a detail‑oriented Specialist, Strategic Growth Programs to support Wealth Management growth initiatives. You will coordinate cross‑functional projects, perform analysis, and develop executive materials for leadership.

The role emphasizes organization, analytics, and execution in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a strong communication style, is highly collaborative, and can manage multiple workstreams while delivering results.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
  • Approximately 4-6 years of experience in financial services, wealth management, sales support, business analysis, project coordination, sales enablement, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting cross-functional projects and business initiatives preferred.
  • Interest in wealth management, sales strategy, and business growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Support the execution of strategic growth initiatives aligned to Wealth Management business priorities.
  • Assist with project planning, coordination, and implementation activities across multiple workstreams.
  • Conduct research and analysis related to sales performance, market opportunities, competitive insights, and business growth initiatives.
  • Prepare presentations, meeting materials, status updates, and executive reporting for leadership stakeholders.
  • Track project milestones, action items, risks, and dependencies to support successful delivery of key initiatives.
  • Support pilot programs, process improvements, and new business initiatives by gathering data, coordinating stakeholders, and monitoring results.
  • Analyze sales, pipeline, referral, and growth-related metrics to identify trends and support decision-making.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to facilitate project execution and drive follow-through on business priorities.
  • Support annual planning, leadership meetings, and special projects as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills
Project coordination
Written and verbal communication
Presentation skills
Analytical thinking
Multi-project management
PowerPoint
Excel
Word
Power BI
CRM platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint
Excel
Word
Power BI
CRM platforms

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a detail‑oriented Specialist, Strategic Growth Programs to support Wealth Management growth initiatives. You will coordinate cross‑functional projects, perform analysis, and develop executive materials for leadership.

The role emphasizes organization, analytics, and execution in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a strong communication style, is highly collaborative, and can manage multiple workstreams while delivering results.

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