KYC Periodic Review Team Lead

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.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Manages the day-to-day deliverables of an AML investigations or compliance team while maintaining functional subject matter expertise. 2. Organizes team workflow, assigns tasks, sets short-term priorities, and monitors completion of all work. 3. Provides regular coaching, feedback, and performance management support to team members. 4. Performs or oversees quality checks on completed investigation reports, reviews, or testing outputs. 5. Consults with global partners on complex or sensitive cases and ensures appropriate escalation across jurisdictions. 6. Acts as subject matter expert for AML investigations, sanctions, or related compliance processes. 7. Develops and analyzes management reporting, metrics, or trend analysis for stakeholders and governance forums. 8. Recommends procedural or control changes that improve delivery, efficiency, or risk mitigation. 9. Participates in audit, regulatory, and committee interactions as needed and may interface with internal audit or regulators. 10. Resolves operational problems and establishes approaches that help the team achieve quality, timeliness, and control objectives. 11. Performs all duties according to established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS • Expanded knowledge of AML, financial crimes, and sanctions operations and applicable regulations. • Understanding of team workflows, service delivery requirements, and operational priorities. • Ability to supervise staff, assign work, and manage day-to-day activities. • Strong problem-solving skills for resolving routine operational and technical issues. • Ability to monitor performance, quality, and timeliness of team outputs. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for managing and developing team members. • Knowledge of regulations and controls related to AML, financial crime, and sanctions, and the ability to ensure team adherence. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s/University degree required. Typically 3+ years of relevant experience required; prior experience providing day-to-day work direction, coordinating team activities, or supervising staff is preferred.

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.

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.