Specialist, Issues Management

Issues Management Framework Specialist

Based in the first line of defense with in the Enterprise COO function, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Issues Management Framework Specialist to support the ongoing implementation of the Issue Management Policy and Standard across Northern Trust. This will involve supporting a community of Issue Managers, Issue Owners and Issue Identifiers through the development and ownership of job aids, procedures, GRC system implementation and establishment of communities of practice for ongoing oversight and learning. This individual will become deeply familiar with our Issues Management governing documentation and be responsible for answering questions that arise from partners as Issues are brought through the Issues Management Lifecycle. In addition, this individual will also work closely with senior executives to ensure ongoing escalation of implementation and compliance concerns. The ideal candidate will have a deep risk and compliance background and experience working across the three lines of defense.

Key responsibilities include :

• Take a self-directed leadership role developing, implementing and maintaining a variety of projects (e.g., job aids, procedures, training materials) across the enterprise for Issue Management, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards, incorporating best practices and techniques for Issue identification, analysis, remediation, validation and closure
• Coordinate with a community of Issue Managers, Issue Identifiers and 2LoD partners, working closely to ensure consistency in implementation of the Policy, Standard, Procedures, Job Aids, and best practices for issue management and resolution
• Utilize strong consultation, communication, prioritization, facilitation, and presentation skills to understand complex challenges and articulate actionable plans to drive results, while demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate experience in leading and directing deliverables, providing recommendations, and taking initiative on projects or team tasks, while managing multiple priorities effectively and driving outcomes independently
• Drive transformation and change across a global organization in line with a defined project timeline, particularly in enhancing processes and controls supporting issue management
• Perform thematic read-across to identify enterprise trends and opportunities, formulating remediation plans and ownership to address
• Establish and maintain Issues Management Procedures and Job Aids inclusive of control identification to support consistent application of the Issues Management Standard across the organization
• Report and manage issues and reporting through the ServiceNow IRM Module, identify gaps and opportunities for improvement, testing of capability updates

Skills / Experience :

Salary Range : $114,700 - 194,900 USD

Working with Us :

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

Reasonable accommodation :

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.