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Senior Admin Assistant

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL · $52,800–$79,200 a year · Full time

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

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About your past

Tell me about a workshop or event you coordinated from start to finish.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle logistics, materials and follow-up for team events.

Tell me about a time you noticed something that needed doing and did it without being asked.

What they are checking: Whether they are proactive, which the posting stresses over pure task support.

Tell me about a time you handled confidential information as part of your work.

What they are checking: Whether they can be trusted with sensitive information from senior leaders.

What would you do

You support several leaders in the Transformation Office whose calendars keep conflicting. How do you decide what moves?

What they are checking: Whether they can make sensible scheduling decisions and know when to ask a leader to choose.

A leader asks you to book travel for a trip that's in two days, and the preferred hotel is full. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they solve problems quickly and present good options instead of just reporting the issue.

You're asked to keep track of follow-up actions after a big meeting. How would you do it so things actually get done?

What they are checking: Whether they can track action items and remind owners without being pushy.

Two leaders give you urgent tasks at the same time. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize openly and keep both leaders informed.

About the work

How do you create or format a presentation so it looks polished and consistent?

What they are checking: Whether they have strong PowerPoint and formatting skills the role relies on.

How do you handle expense processing to make sure it's accurate and follows policy?

What they are checking: Whether they understand expense rules and check details carefully.

How would you help with team communications, like a newsletter or an update email?

What they are checking: Whether they can write and edit clear communications for the team.

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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 successful candidate will be a proactive team member who not only provides administrative support, but also helps coordinate team activities, supports communications, and contributes to the smooth operation of the Transformation Office. Major Duties Provides administrative support to Transformation Office leaders, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, travel arrangements, expense processing, and other administrative activities. Coordinates team meetings, workshops, and events, including managing logistics, preparing materials, and supporting follow-up activities. Creates, edits, and formats presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and communications. Processes invoices, expense reports, purchase requests, and office supply orders. Assists with arranging travel, conference registrations, and department events. Supports the preparation of meeting agendas, meeting notes, and action-item tracking. Serves as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, helping coordinate requests and communications across the Transformation Office. Helps maintain team operating calendars, key milestones, and recurring reporting activities. Identifies opportunities to improve administrative processes and team efficiency. Works independently on routine assignments while escalating more complex issues as appropriate. Knowledge and Skills • Strong organizational and time management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines • Strong attention to detail • Comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Positive, proactive, and client-service-oriented mindset Experience • 2-5 years of administrative, executive assistant, coordinator, or business support experience • Experience supporting multiple stakeholders preferred • Financial services experience is beneficial but not required The successful candidate will be a proactive team member who not only provides administrative support, but also helps coordinate team activities, supports communications, and contributes to the smooth operation of the Transformation Office. Salary Range: $52,800 - 79,200 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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