Manager, Applications at Northern Trust in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Responsible for managing an applications group(s) for various projects related to Finance & Risk data. Consults with business unit partners to determine the most effective computer utilization. Responsible for phase report studies, time and cost estimates, implementation of new or revised application system and hardware requirements, docket prioritization, and related budget considerations.

1. Develops periodic goals, organizes the work, sets short-term priorities, monitors all activities, and ensures timely and accurate completion of the work

2. Maintains risk management and compliance programs and activities for their assigned group

3. Provides input and support to budget management process

4. Identifies business needs and develops conceptual systems design.

5. Ensures completion of management status reporting for projects, metrics and availability reporting

6. Provides project planning including docket prioritization and capital or expense budget considerations

7. Reviews and negotiates vendor software package contracts. May also direct management of vendor support statement of work

8. Communicates with various business areas and outside vendors, consultants, and clients regarding automation needs. May also help identify measures to improve applications stability and availability, sustain and improve cost efficiencies and productivity gains.

9. Ensures compliance with all audit requirements including change control procedures and data security.

10. Conducts performance management and career development processes, provides input for staffing and disciplinary actions and provides hands-on training to staff

11. Ability to provide technical architecture vision and recommend strategy/solutions

12. Play an instrumental role supporting Finance and Risk data warehouse system and related data marts.

13. Installs processes for auditing data warehouse and support data quality initiatives.

14. Design and develop ETL processes and data structures for the Data Warehouse following best practice procedures.

•A College or University degree in Computer Science and/or relevant proven work experience is required

•Knowledge of programming languages, various business applications, state of the art technology, and current trends in the computer industry is required to consult with business unit partners to determine effective computer utilization.

•Knowledge of various application designs and programming techniques, usually acquired through related experience, is required to develop conceptual system design.

•Analytical and problem solving skills are needed for systems guidance.

•Leadership and organizational skills are required to develop periodic goals and to manage and motivate team members towards the goals set.

•Knowledge of general Finance and Risk principles

•An experience working in banking industry

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With over 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

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 that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!

We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why we are honored to receive the following awards in 2021:

•Gender Equality Index Member, Bloomberg

•Top Financial & Banking Company, Black EOE Journal, Hispanic Network Magazine, Professional WOMAN'S Magazine

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of America's best banks and most sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today.

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