Role Overview
Under general supervision, the Senior Analyst, supported by a team of Client Solutions and Private Markets partners, will be responsible for the processing, maintenance and quality review of investment data related to alternative investments. The Senior Analyst will assist in delivering operational support to institutional clients while developing expertise in private markets investments and reporting.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Acts as a daily point of contact for operational and data-related client queries.
- Reviews and processes investment activity received from General Partners and investment managers.
- Maintains investment records across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure and hedge fund investments.
- Processes and validates capital calls, distributions, management fees, carried interest allocations, recallable return of capital, investment valuations, capital account statements, and ILPA reporting templates.
- Supports the maintenance of commitment schedules and unfunded commitments.
- Assists in the preparation and completion of investment reconciliations.
- Performs quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness of investment data.
- Investigates and resolves data discrepancies through collaboration with internal teams and external investment managers.
Requirements & Eligibility
- College or University degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or a related discipline
- 0–3 years of relevant experience in financial services, investment operations, fund accounting or alternative investment administration
- Basic understanding of financial markets and investment instruments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite
Required Skills & Tech
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office SuiteFund AccountingInvestment AccountingAlternative InvestmentsPortfolio Management