Graduate Business Management Analyst at Northern Trust in Limerick

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. Role/ Department: The Business Management Analyst supports the team’s day-to-day business management, governance and reporting activities. This entry-level role offers a graduate or early-career professional the opportunity to develop practical experience across business management, including financial management, sales and business performance. Working with guidance from experienced colleagues, the Analyst will complete assigned tasks, maintain accurate records and reporting, and follow established processes and controls. Training and ongoing development will support the individual in learning core governance routines, relevant systems and analytical tools, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements as their knowledge develops. The key responsibilities of the role include: Support recurring governance activities, including Regional Fee Review, by gathering information, preparing documentation and maintaining records in line with established procedures. Assist with approval workflows by tracking submissions and approvals, following up on outstanding items and escalating missing information, inconsistencies or exceptions to experienced colleagues. Update management information, trackers and recurring reports, checking information for accuracy and completeness. Assist with gathering and organizing data and preparing basic analysis across financial management, sales and business performance. Support partner recognition processes on behalf of executive leadership, including submission, approval tracking and reporting activities Learn to use Microsoft 365 tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to support assigned work and assist with opportunities to simplify routine tasks. Organize and prioritize assigned tasks to meet agreed deadlines, seeking guidance when priorities or requirements are unclear. Work collaboratively with internal partners and provide project and ad hoc support while developing knowledge of the team’s processes, controls and wider business. Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline preferred, or equivalent relevant experience. No previous financial services experience required; an interest in developing a career in business management and financial services. Good organizational skills, attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and willingness to learn Microsoft 365 tools and relevant systems. Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Ability to organize assigned work and meet deadlines, with guidance as needed. Curiosity, willingness to learn and a proactive approach to asking questions, seeking guidance and raising issues. 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 u