Analyst, Alt Investments

Northern Trust • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

The Analyst, Alt Investments serves as the primary Alternative Asset Services contact for Northern Trust client relationship managers on client inquiries regarding alternative investments. The role monitors, resolves, and responds to inquiries from internal and external parties, including interpreting data and preparing analysis to help ensure client valuation expectations are met. The analyst manages assigned daily tasks and deliverables, works effectively as part of a team, reviews processes for efficiency improvements, and participates in departmental projects and initiatives. The role uses some initiative while referring more complex problems to supervisors or experts.

The work schedule aligns with Chicago office hours, with a 6:30 a.m. or 7:30 a.m. start depending on daylight saving time. A college degree is required; Finance and Accounting emphasis is preferred. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• A college degree is required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• A college degree with an emphasis in Finance and Accounting.
• Knowledge of capital markets, with exposure to hedge funds, private equity, commingled funds, valuation reporting, reconciliation principles, and finance or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Alternative Asset Services contact for Northern Trust client relationship managers regarding client inquiries about alternative investments.
• Monitor, resolve, and respond to inquiries from internal and external parties.
• Pull and interpret data and prepare analysis to help ensure client valuation expectations are met.
• Manage assigned daily tasks and ensure day-to-day deliverables are met while working effectively in a team environment.
• Review and assess processes to identify improvements that increase team efficiency.
• Participate in departmental projects and initiatives.
• Use initiative and refer more complex problems to supervisors or experts.

Benefits

• Flexible and collaborative work culture.
• Movement within the organization is encouraged.
• Senior leaders are accessible.
• Inclusive workplace.
• Opportunity to assist the communities the company serves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level