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Credit Portfolio Manager - Global Family Office (GFO)

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

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a loan in your portfolio that started to weaken. What did you do?

What they are checking: Early detection and action on deteriorating credits, the core of portfolio management.

Describe a time you presented a credit recommendation to a committee that challenged you.

What they are checking: Ability to defend analysis under questioning while staying open to valid points.

What would you do

A Relationship Manager wants to approve a deal quickly for an important client, but you have concerns. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Holding independent credit judgment while partnering constructively with the business.

How would you explain to a client why the bank can't lend on the terms they want?

What they are checking: Professional communication that preserves the relationship while holding risk standards.

About the work

How would you assess the creditworthiness of a family office whose assets sit in a web of trusts, LLCs and partnerships?

What they are checking: Ability to follow legal structures to the actual sources of repayment and collateral.

What do you look for when evaluating the liquidity of a family office's investment holdings?

What they are checking: Understanding of how private investments, lockups and concentrated positions limit real liquidity.

Walk me through how you'd structure a credit memo for a new loan to a family office.

What they are checking: Clear credit writing that covers risks, mitigants and a defensible recommendation.

How would you evaluate a loan secured by a concentrated stock position?

What they are checking: Knowledge of margin, volatility, liquidity and covenants for securities-backed lending.

How do you balance profitability with risk when pricing credit for a large relationship?

What they are checking: Understanding that credit product profitability matters alongside loan quality.

What covenants or monitoring would you set for a family office borrower?

What they are checking: Practical controls like liquidity tests and reporting requirements for ongoing oversight.

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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. Credit Portfolio Manager Job Description: The Credit Portfolio Manager will be responsible for managing credit product risk and profitability for a portfolio of credit clients and monitoring loan performance to ensure that loan quality adheres to guidelines. Assists Relationship Managers in marketing credit to clients. Researches and analyzes pertinent financial statements and investment holdings. Evaluates the liquidity and performance of Family Office holding and legal structures and creditworthiness. Prepares and presents written credit memoranda for credit approval. Key responsibilities include: • Manages credit product risk and profitability for a portfolio of credit clients and monitors loan performance to ensure that loan quality adheres to guidelines. • Supports Relationship Managers through financial/credit analysis and credit underwriting. • Researches and analyzes pertinent financial statements and investment holdings/portfolios. Evaluates investment holdings/portfolios and personal financial statements for liquidity, collateral support, repayment sources and creditworthiness. Prepares and presents written credit memoranda for credit approval. • Coordinates preparation and execution of legal documentation in conjunction with Associate Banking Advisor and Relationship Manager and provides periodic updates of client credit quality to Credit Policy. • Collects all necessary client prepared information and completes client financial statement spreadsheets, projections of client’s financial condition and Relationship Returns Review (RRR) • Implements appropriate pricing and covenants on credit facilities in conjunction with the Relationship Manager and monitors covenant compliance, document and periodic deficiencies and short margin reports. • On an on-going basis, monitors client loan portfolios to ensure that loan quality adheres to guidelines. • Travels to client locations as required and participates in virtual client meetings. • Trains, mentors and guides Rotational Development Program (RDP) Partners and less experienced analysts. The successful candidate will benefit from having: • In-depth knowledge of finance, accounting and investments usually acquired through formal education or experience is required to analyze and evaluate financial statements. • Knowledge of applicable industry laws and regulations, usually acquired through prior experience, is required to review credit risk. • Analytical and communication skills are required to determine credit risk and to prepare credit presentations. • Personal computer skills are required to prepare financial spreadsheets. Experience: 3-5 years in financial and/or credit analysis Working Model: Hybrid We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office three days a week and working from home two days a week. 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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