Consultant, Investment Risk

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.

Profile summary:

Good understanding on monitoring and investment strategies in accordance with Investment guidelines. Keep business informed on regulatory matters like up-coming regulatory changes etc., Monitoring and reviewing key activities undertaken by the business. Establish as a Trusted Advisor to the business. The source of assessment and interpretation of all risks in the business for NTAM Senior Management and Northern Trust Corporate risk and to be a consultative partner to the front, middle, and back office capabilities, providing transparent information related to the risk of their portfolios, businesses and processes.

Job Title: consultant – Investment Risk

Principal Responsibilities

Support the Global Investment Risk team across key functional areas:

• Monitor risk thresholds for portfolios, working closely with risk and portfolio managers to interpret and address any breaches.
• Review and provide oversight on the work produced by analysts and senior analysts.
• Collaborate with the risk management team to design new analytical reporting formats, retire legacy reporting, automate processes, and produce investment risk analysis.
• Develop regularly scheduled exposure analysis and customized risk reports on an ad hoc basis in response to current market conditions.
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing reports and contribute to new projects, initiatives.
• Partner with risk management and senior leadership on matters related to investment risk
• Review and present materials required for Equity and Fixed Income Committee meetings.

Skills / Experience

• Internal - 24 months as Technical Coordinator/Associate Consultant
• Experience of 8-10 years within investment management industry
• MBA in Finance or equivalent; CFA/FRM or above is an advantage
• Good knowledge of equities, fixed income, alternatives and derivative instruments
• Working knowledge of Power BI, VBA, SQL and Python for is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build credibility and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while contributing as a team player across local and global teams.

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 [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Bangalore Office

The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees.  In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.