Specialist, Strategic Growth Programs

Specialist, Strategic Growth Programs

Locations Chicago, IL

Time type Full time

Posted Today

Job requisition id R159939

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

SPECIALIST, STRATEGIC GROWTH PROGRAMS

OH: R159939

The Specialist, Strategic Growth Programs supports the execution of Wealth Management's strategic growth initiatives and business priorities. Reporting to the Head of Sales Enablement, this role partners with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Wealth Advisory, Family Office Solutions, Product, and Operations to help coordinate projects, perform analysis, track progress, and support the successful delivery of growth-focused programs.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytically minded, and execution-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of strategic growth initiatives aligned to Wealth Management business priorities.

• Assist with project planning, coordination, and implementation activities across multiple workstreams.

• Conduct research and analysis related to sales performance, market opportunities, competitive insights, and business growth initiatives.

• Prepare presentations, meeting materials, status updates, and executive reporting for leadership stakeholders.

• Track project milestones, action items, risks, and dependencies to support successful delivery of key initiatives.

• Support pilot programs, process improvements, and new business initiatives by gathering data, coordinating stakeholders, and monitoring results.

• Analyze sales, pipeline, referral, and growth-related metrics to identify trends and support decision-making.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to facilitate project execution and drive follow-through on business priorities.

• Support annual planning, leadership meetings, and special projects as needed.

• Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.

• Analytical