Sr Manager, Program Manager

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 worlds 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 24000 partners we serve the worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Major Duties :1. Manages the business units IT Projects group(s). Oversees plans and directs the activities for the group(s) ensuring that the business objectives are met.

2. Responsible for leading planning managing and directing multiple complex projects consisting one or more project teams.

3. Tracks project progress with respect to time budget and demonstrated results. Communicates progress to top management and modifies schedules as required.

4. Manages the development communication and maintenance of the corporate systems architecture for a major area within IT projects. Assures the related corporate architecture is consistent with disaster recovery plan objectives.

5. Determines staffing needs makes hiring and firing decisions handles salary administration and ensures resources are available to accomplish priorities. Provides leadership and guidance to staff fostering an environment that encourages employee participation and teamwork.

6. Assists in the development implementation and communication of an overall strategy to meet the business unit and corporate strategic plan. Directs the activities of the group towards accomplishing those objectives.

7. Develops and manages programs to support risk management and compliance programs and activities for their assigned group.

8. Assumes accountability for the performance management career development and diversity programs in assigned groups.

Knowledge :Requires excellent planning conceptual consulting and communication skills analytical ability strong judgement and management skills and the ability to interact with senior business areas and IT management staff. Knowledge of business strategy development is preferred to assist in the long term planning and management of profitability/performance of the group. Leadership and organization skills are required to direct the activities of the group. Skills in translating broad strategic intent into tactical plans and directions. Must have excellent negotiation and conflict management skills. Excellent communication skills both oral and written also required.

Experience :Requires a college or university degree and/or relevant proven work experience in Computer Science or related discipline at least five typically seven or more years of diverse experience in multiple areas of technology or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. At least three years supervising technical staff.

Salary Range:

$114700 - 194900 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. 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. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trusts history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email our HR Service Center at or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

Required Experience:

Senior IC