Job Description

About Northern Trust:

Northern 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.

Northern Trust is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented AML KYC CoE MI (Management Information) Specialist to join the First Line of Defence (1LOD) Anti-Money Laundering (AML) / Know Your Customer (KYC) function.

The role sits within AML/KYC Program Management – First Line of Defence, within the office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and supports AML/KYC oversight, reporting, and risk monitoring activities.

The AML KYC CoE MI Specialist is responsible for analysing financial crime data to support operational oversight, risk monitoring, and production of management information reporting across AML/KYC activities.

The role involves interpreting data from AML/KYC systems, producing regular and ad-hoc management information, and supporting informed decision-making in a regulated financial services environment.

The role also contributes to data quality, reporting enhancements, system support, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned to the AML/KYC operating model.

Key responsibilities include

• Analyse data from AML/KYC systems to identify trends, gaps, and anomalies that support operational oversight and risk monitoring
• Produce regular and ad-hoc management information (MI) reports to support tactical and operational decision-making
• Support the development and maintenance of a consistent reporting cadence aligned to AML/KYC governance and oversight requirements
• Interpret data outputs and clearly communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support data accuracy, integrity, and consistency through data cleaning, validation, and reconciliation
• Identify data-related issues, document findings, and escalate appropriately in line with established processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing data quality and reporting efficiency
• Support the development, tracking, and maintenance of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) aligned to the AML/KYC operating model and risk appetite
• Prepare clear and concise financial crime reports, dashboards, and presentations for governance forums and management review
• Support the use and optimisation of AML/KYC systems and reporting tools, including Actimize
• Assist with data mapping, lineage documentation, and reporting enhancements associated with system or process changes
• Participate in change initiatives impacting AML/KYC data, reporting, or systems

The ideal candidate should have a fair amount of the following skills & experience:

• A college or university degree and/or relevant proven work experience
• Prior experience in AML, KYC, financial crime, or a related data or management reporting role
• Experience supporting management reporting within a regulated financial services environment
• Working knowledge of AML/KYC / financial crime regulations, processes, and operating models
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI or Tableau preferred
• Comfortable manipulating and analysing large datasets from multiple sources
• Exposure to AML/KYC systems such as Actimize is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with appropriate supervision
• Clear communication skills and ability to explain data findings succinctly
• Collaborative team player able to work effectively across AML/KYC and Technology

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.

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

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

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.