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Account Manager, GFO

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL · $67,500–$111,500 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How would you build a network of people inside a large bank so you can solve client issues quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that relationships across operations, custody and banking are how this job gets done.

Tell me about a time you resolved a problem for a demanding client. What did you do to keep their trust?

What they are checking: Whether they deliver high-touch service and stay calm with very demanding clients.

How do you keep track of many client requests at once so none are dropped?

What they are checking: Whether they have a reliable system for follow-ups in a role with constant incoming requests.

Tell me about a time you had to explain something complex to a client in simple terms.

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate clearly with clients who may not know banking processes.

What draws you to working with family offices as the team expands its client base?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated by the growth and personal service this team offers.

What would you do

You're the day-to-day contact for a family office. Their representative calls with an urgent request you can't resolve yourself. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to work the internal network quickly and keep the client updated.

While handling a client's request, you notice they might benefit from another service. How would you bring it up?

What they are checking: Whether they can support growth by spotting needs and involving the Relationship Manager appropriately.

A family's representative asks for information about another family member's account. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they understand confidentiality and authorization rules within families.

About the work

What services might an ultra-high net worth family need from a bank like Northern Trust?

What they are checking: Whether they understand custody, reporting, banking and investment needs of wealthy families.

What would you check before acting on an instruction to move money for a client?

What they are checking: Whether they know callback procedures and fraud controls, which protect clients from wire fraud.

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The full job description

As published by Northern Trust.

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. The Account Manager acts as the day-to-day client contact for our family members, family offices and their nominated representatives. They will liaise directly with internal partners to resolve issues and hence will be required to build an effective network throughout the bank to find solutions to issues raised. Working closely with the Relationship Manager they will also help assist in driving growth opportunities and additional business. The GFO team are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated and ambitious individual looking to grow in experience and knowledge alongside the group as we expand our client base in the region. The key responsibilities of the role include: • Building trusted client relationships through engagement, effective communication and consistent delivery. • Responding to client instructions and queries immediately and effectively. • Independently resolve issues and problems by using your internal network and product knowledge to explain and implement solutions in a timely manner. • Executes daily client activity, oversees transaction processing, handles inquiry resolution, obtains appropriate documentation, and ensures systems information is up-to-date. • Informing clients of any substantive changes to processes and procedures adopted by Northern Trust. • Assisting the client to navigate Northern Trust, being a central point of contact for operational matters. • Facilitate client’s ability to use online NT applications • Ensures accurate set up and review of fees. Timely and accurate client invoicing and fees collection. • Proactively work with clients to minimize risk and anticipate needs. • Escalate client concerns in a timely and accurate manner. • Follow up with internal parties on any queries/issues which arise from meetings within 24 hours. • Maintain all documentation/files as appropriate to each client relationship. • Coordinate all requests from clients with regard to account opening/closing, global markets and authorized signatories. • Open/ Close accounts. • Raise requests to remove/ add users for on-line client system and maintain a list of users. Skills/ Qualifications: • A strong background with a good understanding of the global custody industry • Direct experience in interacting with demanding clients or prospects and meeting their needs • Excellent organizational skills and comfort in prioritizing competing demands • An ability to own and resolve problems independently • Ability to perform under pressure and to be flexible with working when required • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Independent problem resolution • Time and project management • Adaptability to work on a wide variety of (occasionally unique) issues Salary Range: $67,500 - 111,500 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 Trust’s 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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

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