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Analyst, Client Implementation - IPS

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL · $48,000–$72,000 a year · Full time

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

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you supported more than one project at once. How did you keep them from slipping?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage several implementations at once, which the role requires.

Tell me about a time you worked with a demanding client or customer. How did you keep the relationship good?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay professional and helpful while under pressure from a new client.

What attracts you to implementation work instead of ongoing operations?

What they are checking: Whether they enjoy project-based work with deadlines and many stakeholders.

What would you do

You're coordinating with the client, their prime broker, OMN IT and our shared services teams. How do you keep everyone aligned?

What they are checking: Whether they can run communication across many parties with a clear plan, owners and dates.

During testing, the client's historical data doesn't load correctly into our system. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot data mapping issues and bring in the right technical help.

The go-live date is close, and a key task from the client's other service provider is late. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they raise risk early and offer options rather than hoping it resolves itself.

After a client goes live, problems start showing up that weren't caught in testing. What would you do now and what would you change next time?

What they are checking: Whether they own the handoff and learn from gaps to improve future implementations.

About the work

What happens when a new client is onboarded onto a platform like Omnium? Walk me through the steps you'd expect.

What they are checking: Whether they understand onboarding involves data, setup, testing and sign-off, not just paperwork.

What kinds of data does a hedge fund need to send an administrator to get set up, and why does each matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand positions, trades, investor data and fund terms all drive accurate setup.

How would you write up a project status update for a client so it's clear and honest?

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate progress and risk plainly, which builds trust during onboarding.

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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. Summary: The job involves working for Integrated Portfolio Services (IPS) and is responsible for onboarding clients to the Omnium (OMN) platform. The successful candidate will be an ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to function as an effective and strategic member in a dynamic, fast-paced and demanding environment. This individual will excel at working well with others. Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Interact with client, the client’s service providers, OMN IT, and IPS shared services teams to onboard new clients. • Supports multiple implementation projects simultaneously. • Work integrally with international partners to troubleshoot queries and provide feedback related to client implementation. • Provide updates for weekly client meetings, including input for agendas, notes and takeaways. • Support initiation and maintenance of all necessary project tracking documents. • Leverage OMN proprietary tools, financial instruments knowledge, and accounting principles to onboard client’s portfolio into the proprietary OMN platform. • Identify and communicate bespoke client requests and escalates to manager. • Interface with internal and external IT to ensure client setup is completed timely and within the constraints of the internal control framework. • Perform and document completion of internal controls. • Support performing all implementation processes related to daily trade break resolution for financial products and transitioning activities to shared services teams prior to go live. • Perform analysis of financial statements and supporting documents as part of portfolio data validation. • Perform reconciliations to the source data to ensure the accuracy of data loaded into the OMN platform. Knowledge and Skills: • Excellent oral and written communication skills are required • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Bloomberg • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with accuracy, and on-time • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment • Client service focused • Knowledge of basic accounting principles and familiarity with financial markets and instruments is required • Highly flexible and adaptable to change Education/Experience • 0-1 years’ experience • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field. • Experience with Investment Management, Financial Services, Hedge Fund or Private Equity Funds, and/or project management preferred Salary Range: $48,000 - 72,000 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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