Implementation Project Manager

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.

Responsibilities

Onboarding of new clients

Act as the main point of contact with the client and build relationships with external investment managers, internal partners across the Implementation team as well as Client & Data Solutions, in-house technology & product development partners, and senior management during the implementation process

Establish a consistent Implementation process and control framework in the EMEA region, following established process and controls in North America. Be in constant communication with North American management and partners for best practices and issue escalation

Provide clients with transparency into the onboarding process, honestly presenting aspects of the project going well, and addressing those that are not in the spirit of resolving issues before they become project roadblocks

Manage multiple projects simultaneously from beginning to end

Facilitate weekly client meetings including producing agendas, status reporting and next steps

Coordinate and perform system configuration and testing as needed

Identify and communicate bespoke client requests and requirements and work with internal business and IT partners to address

Work closely with teams across the organization to ensure operational readiness

Assist in developing implementation methodology standards, procedures and templates

On an ongoing basis, collaborate with teams across the business to ensure onboarding processes are up to date and effective

Ensure all escalations are identified and communicated to management appropriately

Travel as necessary to visit new clients and prospective clients (2-3 days per quarter)

Required Knowledge & Skills

Self-starter – Performs independently with coaching. Leads and directs the efforts of team, peers, stakeholders

Coordinates with teams across Front Office Solutions to improve client service quality and operating excellence

Ability to own, lead and deliver multiple issues/initiatives across multiple areas to improve the service delivery, efficiency and relationships

Proactively recommends and champions value-added efforts to improve overall service quality and promote employee engagement

Excellent written and oral communication skills

An effective communicator and facilitator with strong analytical and presentation skills

Results-oriented, takes initiative to identify areas to add value and executes quickly and effectively

Highly flexible and adaptable to change

Attention to detail

Works with a sense of urgency

Experience creating dashboards and developing project metrics.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).

Ability to apply operational business practices and coordinate with other closely related areas to improve efficiency.

Basic understanding of institutional investment industry, including markets and investment instruments.

Basic understanding of investment operational processes, including transactional impacts, cash movements and accruals.

Basic understanding of accounting/reporting methods, including IBOR, ABOR and True NAV to support complete and accurate data capture.

Knowledge of performance measurement concepts. Understanding of performance benchmarks and their use

Qualifications

Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant/applicable experience at least five of which is performing project management functions, preferably in financial services

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred

Demonstrated experience leading teams on complex initiatives

B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent required

A genuine desire and capability to work in a fast-paced, professional, inclusive environment that/- requires teamwork, well-honed problem-solving skills, frequent re-prioritization, deadline management, ongoing and comprehensive communication, constant attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement and best practices.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.