Posted: 18 June
The role
About Northern TrustNorthern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Department OverviewAudit Services offers financial services professionals the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and challenging issues in the industry. The function applies independent judgement, insight, and objectivity to protect and enhance Northern Trust’s strong risk and control culture. Audit Services independently assesses operational, financial, compliance, risk management, and corporate governance processes to evaluate the design and effectiveness of key internal controls. In addition to providing assurance, Audit Services acts as a trusted advisor, offering value‑added insights and subject‑matter expertise to the business.
Role OverviewThe Asset Management and Wealth Management (AMWM) Audit team provides assurance over Northern Trust’s global wealth and asset management activities. Team members gain exposure to enterprise‑wide risks, business processes, and key technologies, while contributing to the development of innovative audit approaches and data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness. The team operates in a flexible, delivery‑focused environment and encourages curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration, and the confidence to challenge existing practices. The Associate Auditor reports to a Senior Audit Manager and is responsible for executing audit work in line with departmental standards, budgets, and timelines. The role contributes to audit delivery while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and strengthen the internal control environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesReview key risks and controls within assigned business areasExecute audit testing, document results, and evaluate the effectiveness of controls and the overall control environmentDevelop a working knowledge of Northern Trust’s Audit MethodologyParticipate in meetings with audit stakeholders and business unit managementAssist with audit planning activities, including walkthroughs and process flow documentationApply analytical and critical thinking skills to identify potential control weaknesses and risk themes
Skills & AttributesThe successful candidate will demonstrate:A strong interest in the financial services industry, particularly internal audit and risk managementAn interest in pursuing professional qualifications (e.g. ACA, ACCA, IIA)Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skillsThe ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned work
Experience & QualificationsA degree in Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related disciplineEntry‑level audit experience within a financial institution is beneficial but not essential
Reasonable accommodationNorthern 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.
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