Sr. Specialist, Advanced Analytics

Position Overview

Senior Analytics Specialist on the Asset Management team at Northern Trust. The role focuses on employing data science and artificial intelligence/machine learning techniques to support portfolio management, investment operations, distribution and risk assessment, while collaborating with investment professionals and IT/Data Engineering teams to build robust analytical solutions.

• Develop, implement, and maintain advanced analytics models using data science and AI/ML techniques to support portfolio management, investment operations, distribution, and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with investment professionals to identify analytical opportunities, translate business requirements into solutions, and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Analyze large and complex financial datasets to extract actionable insights and drive evidence‑based recommendations.
• Build, validate, and optimize predictive models for driving growth, risk management, and operational efficiency.
• Shepard the AI/ML models through various validation and governance committees.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in AI/ML, data engineering, and investment analytics, and proactively recommend innovative approaches to enhance the firm's analytical capabilities.
• Partner with IT and Data Engineering teams to ensure robust data pipelines, data integrity, and scalable analytics infrastructure.
• Present complex analytical findings in a clear, concise, and compelling manner to both technical and non‑technical audiences, including senior management.
• Mentor and guide junior analytics team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, or a closely related field.
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience applying advanced data science and AI/ML techniques within asset management or investment management environments.
• Strong understanding of portfolio management, asset allocation, and risk assessment practices, with a proven ability to translate investment concepts into analytical models.
• Proficiency in programming languages and analytics tools such as Python, R, SQL, and modern machine‑learning frameworks (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn).
• Hands‑on skills on platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, Databricks and Power BI.
• Experience working with large, complex financial datasets and leveraging data engineering best practices to ensure data quality and scalability.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in AI/ML, data engineering, and investment analytics.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including senior management.
• Leadership experience mentoring analytics professionals and fostering a collaborative, innovative team environment.

Salary Range: $137, USD (base pay estimate). Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well‑being benefits. A discretionary bonus program may include an equity component.

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