Senior Global Risk and Control Consultant

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL

Company

Northern Trust

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Senior Global Risk and Control Consultant -
The Senior Consultant is responsible for working with control & practice managers globally to actively execute control best practices and advise on both mitigating risks and control enhancements. Regular activities to be defined and executed by the senior consultant include risk-based control review, supporting and challenging business groups Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSA), effective test execution, and in-depth analysis of incidents to identify key trends and solutions to prevent future reoccurrence.
Major Duties
  • Responsible for supporting the practice in completing RCSA in line with agreed timeframes and providing independent review and challenge of the assessment
  • Complete validation and assurance review of actions taken by practice to address audit issues prior to the business asserting closure to audit.
  • Evaluates incidents and operational losses and performs thorough analysis to identify trends and root cause. Prepares recommendations for process and control enhancements in alignment with the practice control manager and the practice management.
  • Contribute to the periodic risk reviews of, operational processes, procedures, and client specific servicing deliverables. Ensure risk review results are documented and reviewed with the control manager and the global control executive overseeing the practice. Recommend control enhancements for high risk processes.
  • Support the risk-based control test plan to identify excessive risk and/or control issues at an early stage. Report process test findings to control management, (via the agreed Control Testing report template).
  • Participate with control project deliverables, as assigned, to implement enhanced controls and efficiency enhancements.
  • Escalate risk and control related matters to the practice control manager in a timely manner.
  • Assist key Control programs such as the Audit Remediation, ASL, ATP Standards etc. Including the definition of the methodology, the execution of the programs, and to ensure the implementation and tracking of agreed actions.
  • Assist with operational and/or corporate risk initiatives where directed.

Qualifications
  • 5+ years of risk and control experience.
  • College or University degree is preferred.
  • Strong industry knowledge
  • Professional with extensive business experience preferably within Capital markets and/ or institutional clients, multi-disciplinary functional experience with a focus on proactive activities within the Global Control group.
  • Collaborative with the ability to explain difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
  • Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Attention to detail.

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Work with us:
We work hard to create an inclusive environment where every individual feels respected and empowered to play a critical role in our success. But we also believe balance isn't just important - it's essential. That's why we offer a robust set of benefits that allow for both a compelling career and a fulfilling life:
Financial - Life Insurance, Disability Plans, Pension/Gratuity, Annual Pay Review
Work-Life Balance - Flexible Work Options, Incremental Annual Leave, Paid Community Volunteer Days
Professional Development - Career Paths, Educational Assistance, Recognition Program, NT University, and employee-led Business Resource Councils dedicated to an inclusive culture
Health & Well-being -Medical Insurance, Active Sports & Social Clubs (lunchtime and after-work groups), Employee Assistance Program
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Date Posted

07/30/2023

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