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Senior Banking Account Manager

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL · $74,200–$126,200 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you resolved a complex client issue that involved several departments.

What they are checking: Whether they can work across service teams to solve problems for clients.

Tell me about a time you found an error in client information and fixed it.

What they are checking: Whether they keep client data accurate, as the posting emphasizes.

What would you do

A commercial banking client needs a new account set up quickly, but documents are missing. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can move quickly while still meeting KYC and documentation requirements.

A Relationship Manager asks you to skip a step to help a client. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they protect controls while keeping a good working relationship.

A client calls angry about a delayed transaction. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm the client, find answers and follow through.

About the work

What documents would you need to open accounts for a corporation or partnership, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they understand commercial onboarding documents like resolutions, beneficial ownership forms and signer authority.

How would you handle a request to process a large wire for a client?

What they are checking: Whether they follow callback and authorization controls to prevent fraud.

How do you develop an action plan when a client has several open issues at once?

What they are checking: Whether they can organize and prioritize client issues and keep the client updated.

What treasury management services might a commercial client use, and how would you support them?

What they are checking: Whether they understand services like ACH, lockbox and positive pay.

How do you prepare reports for clients or Relationship Managers?

What they are checking: Whether they can produce accurate reports that help others serve the client.

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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. Senior Banking Account Manager The Senior Banking Account Manager supports commercial banking clients through account administration, transaction processing, documentation, reporting, and issue resolution. This role partners with Relationship Managers, service teams, and internal business partners to ensure client requests are handled accurately and efficiently. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate daily account servicing and administration for commercial banking clients. • Process transactions, resolve inquiries, obtain documentation, and maintain accurate client and account information. • Develop action plans for client requests and ensure timely follow-up, execution, and communication. • Partner with Relationship Managers, servicing teams, and internal stakeholders to support client delivery. • Maintain required records, fees, balances, specialized procedures, and client communication documentation. • Assess service requests and coordinate operational updates, account changes, and transaction support. • Monitor banking operations, reports, tickets, and documentation to ensure accurate and timely processing. • Research client records, contracts, agreements, and supporting materials to answer inquiries and confirm account setup. • Maintain working knowledge of syndicated loan transactions, loan and credit agreements, collateral reporting, and relationship-monitoring documentation. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. • 1 to 2 years of experience in client servicing, account administration, or transaction processing within financial services. • Strong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills with a focus on responsive client service. • Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate systems, and work accurately in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Experience • Experience supporting commercial banking, loan operations, credit administration, treasury services, or financial services client servicing. • Familiarity with syndicated lending, collateral reporting, account documentation, or relationship-monitoring materials. Working Model This is a hybrid role with an expectation to work in the office 60% of available business days each month. Flexibility in start and end times may be required based on client needs and workload. Salary Range: $74,200 - 126,200 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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