Sr. Data Analyst

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Job Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Data Analyst to join our asset management team. This role requires a dynamic professional with at least 3 years of experience who can serve as the data subject matter expert (SME) within a cross-functional Scrum team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving complex data analysis projects, supporting data mapping, validation and analytics.

• Lead data analysis and reporting initiatives to deliver actionable insights for asset management operations.

  
  

• Drive sourcing of new datasets, functional design and mapping, data modeling and proactive identification and mitigation of data validation and quality issues.

  
  

• Demonstrate advanced competence in database systems, including SQL and Power BI.

  
  

• Apply strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills to address business challenges.

  
  

• Act as the primary data SME within a Scrum team, collaborating with stakeholders and facilitating discussions to reach decisions.

  
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships within the team and across departments.

  
  

• Deliver high-quality work products requiring minimal revision and ensure significant financial, client, and internal business impact.

  
  

• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members, fostering knowledge sharing and professional development.

  
  

• Participate in business stakeholder meetings and interact with Senior Management, presenting data-driven recommendations.

  
  

• Proficiency in Asset Management data including AUM & Flows, Performance & Attribution, Fees, Benchmark and Securities, Account onboarding, ESG etc.

  
  

• Proficiency in relational database concepts, querying, and data warehouse management.

  
  

• Hands-on experience with analytics tools such as Microsoft Business Intelligence Suite, QlikView, or similar.

  
  

• Ability to manipulate and analyze large datasets, translating findings into clear, actionable insights.

  
  

• Experience in requirements gathering and using decision support tools.

  
  

• For internal applications - 24 months as Analyst(B4)

  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience.

  
  

• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in data analysis, preferably within asset management or financial services.

  
  

• Strong communication and project management skills.

  
  

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a Scrum/agile environment.

  
  

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

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.