Senior Analyst-Accounting & Data Services

As a Senior Analyst in the Accounting and Data Services team, you will support data-driven, operational outcomes for institutional clients across EMEA and APAC. You’ll work within a global team to gain exposure to asset allocation, analytics, and regulatory reporting, contributing to trusted client insights. You will develop strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities while delivering accurate, timely information. This role offers a foundation in financial services operations with opportunities to influence processes and client outcomes.

• Support daily asset allocation and portfolio rebalancing for DC clients
• Investigate and resolve client and internal queries
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, controls and service standards
• Analyse data to identify discrepancies, trends and improvement opportunities
• Support reporting and monitoring activities with accuracy and attention to detail
• Build knowledge of Northern Trust systems, processes and client requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and deliver outcomes
• Support technology and process enhancement initiatives through testing and feedback
• Understand and apply service level agreements (SLAs) in client service delivery
• Escalate issues and identify root causes and preventative actions
• Build relationships with internal partners and stakeholders
• Adopt a continuous improvement mindset to enhance efficiency and client outcomes
• Demonstrate energy, curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning and challenging tasks

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret data and draw logical conclusions
• Basic coding and data transformation skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks
• Proactive and inquisitive approach to learning
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confidence with Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in financial services, investment operations and operational excellence

• analytical mindset
• problem-solving
• communication
• basic coding
• data transformation
• Microsoft Excel