AFA Tech CAO

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.

Job Summary:

The Technical Program Manager (Tech PM) or Tower CAO is responsible for providing leadership and guidance for planning, organization, direction and control of the Accounting and Fund Administration tower under Global Engineering. This role is responsible for the oversight of multiple technology unit functions, confirming to the overall enterprise strategy.

Responsibilities

Support the Business Unit for the development, implementation, and communication of the overall strategy to meet both the unit's and the corporation's strategic plan.

Oversees, plans, and directs the activities for the unit, ensuring that resources are available to accomplish the business objectives. 

Aligned with the business unit and responsible for strategy, finance, HR and reporting of IT related activities while ensuring appropriate resources are brought in to fill various needs of the business unit. 

This role will play a key part in advancing our portfolio priorities by:

•            Enhancing program governance and reporting

•            Improving cross-team coordination and execution discipline

•            Focus on team structures and team culture improvements

•            Active management of key initiatives blockers, issues, risks, and dependencies

•            Financial management discipline (Capital and Expense management)

•            Coordinate and drive workforce hiring strategy

Knowledge/Skills

• The successful candidate will have experience in similar roles within a large, global financial services corporation

  
  

• Is an effective communicator and has the capability to negotiate successful outcomes with senior and executive managers within the organization.

  
  

• Should be effective in following up with partners on Operational compliances and Executive Reporting

  
  

• An understanding of operations and technology issues within financial services, such as managing operations and budget, managing p/l and global hiring is a must.

  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an IT related field

  
  

• 10+ years of experience in similar roles.

  
  

• Adept in Microsoft excel, PowerPoint and MS Word alongside usage of MS Copilot

  
  

• Knowledge of Power Platforms, ADO and Reporting

  
  

• Strong communication skills.

  
  

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and evaluate risks and track them to closure.

  
  

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 [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Bangalore Office

The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees.  In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.