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[Apply on Northern Trust’s careers site →](https://ntrs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/northerntrust/job/Chicago-IL/Specialist--Digital-Transformation_R163349) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northern Trust](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/) / Specialist, Digital Transformation ## Job description 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. ### Role Summary Northern Trust Asset Management (NTAM) is a $1.6 trillion dollar investment management firm entrusted by investors around the globe to help them navigate changing market environments, so they can confidently realize their long-term objectives. The Specialist, Digital Transformation is a senior leader responsible for defining and delivering the operational digital strategy supporting Northern Trust Asset Management’s platforms, systems, and processes. This role owns and drives the strategic technology roadmaps and oversees the execution to improve scale, efficiency, and client outcomes across the business. This role also owns setting vision, prioritizing delivery, driving adoption, and ensuring measurable business impact—while collaborating across the organization with a mission focused approach. ### Essential Responsibilities Define and execute a multi‑year operational digital delivery strategy and roadmap aligned to NTAM’s business priorities. Take on the role of transformative and inspirational leader by crafting vision, building consensus and alignment, and delivering digital platforms with precision. Lead prioritization, delivery, and lifecycle management of a portfolio of digital platforms using agile and product management best practices. Natively cross operational, investments, and business verticals in a horizontal fashion to plan for and influence upstream and downstream dependent platforms and processes. Assess build versus buy decisions and develop compelling business cases based on business priorities and enterprise guardrails. Partner intimately with business, data, operations, and technology to translate business needs into scalable solutions. Lead vendor evaluations and negotiations aligning with Enterprise Procurement standards and guidelines. Oversee digital delivery budgets to ensure value delivery against established product roadmaps. Shepherd new products ideas or enhancements through enterprise governance processes. Drive change management adoption of digital products and AI capabilities through clear value propositions, engagement metrics, and continuous feedback loops. Establish and track KPIs to ensure investments deliver measurable value, including revenue growth, cost optimization, and improved client experience. Ensure platforms are built on a resilient, scalable, and governed data and technology architecture in partnership with enterprise teams. Necessary Knowledge and Skills Solid understanding of the investment management business, financial technology systems within a large-scaled Asset Manager, Consulting, or Fintech vendor. Demonstrated success delivering enterprise‑scale digital and AI driven platforms in complex, matrixed environments. Strong understanding of investment management platforms, data, cloud, and AI technologies. Expertise in modern digital platform management, agile delivery, and commercialization. Proven ability to influence leadership and secure alignment through clear business cases and data‑driven storytelling. Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering successful digital products in startup environments in matrixed cultures. Exceptional, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and complexity. Global mindset with sensitivity to cultural and organizational differences. Necessary ### Experience and Education Highly motivated and experienced senior leader with 10+ years of experience in building and scaling digital product capabilities in financial services, preferably in investment management environments. Bachelor's in Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant disciplines are required. MBA is a plus but not required. Experience with Investment Management Platforms, preferred a blend of vended and in-house developed applications. ### Salary Range $137,400 - 233,600 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 22, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 10 days - Location: Chicago, IL - Pay: $137,400 - 233,600[Apply on Northern Trust’s careers site →](https://ntrs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/northerntrust/job/Chicago-IL/Specialist--Digital-Transformation_R163349) ## Hiring at Northern Trust - Open jobs: 616 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All Northern Trust jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Northern Trust ### [AI Program Manager (Product Development)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/jobs/56fb32dd96300eb95f65/) Chicago, IL ### [AML CIP/KYC Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/jobs/ad67cf7df835464a97f9/) Chicago, IL ### [Analyst, Client Implementation - IPS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/jobs/af870332887157f91bd4/) Chicago, IL ### [Analyst, SecLending](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/jobs/56339466cc30ba59fafb/) Chicago, IL ### [Associate, SW Eng](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northern-trust/jobs/24f3c82d93a7452e661d/) Chicago, IL ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [IT & Digital Transformation Leader- Golf Pride](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/e8a1272d6a08de496c83/) Eaton · Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA ### [ISG Digital Transformation Solution Professional](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lenovo-group/jobs/ae1d684bc93a51a1085a/) Lenovo Group · United States of America, North Carolina, Morrisville ### [Senior Manager, E-commerce Digital Transformation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lenovo-group/jobs/718be835a8c2653a2328/) Lenovo Group · United States of America, North Carolina, Morrisville ### [AI, Digital Transformation & Accounting Director](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/03fbe6a1c719a5b6a99c/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX, Marietta, GA, Grand Prairie, Bethesda, MD, Colorado Springs, CO, Orlando, FL ### [Digital Transformation Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/linde/jobs/1a720c22db5da3b7a769/) Linde · Indianapolis, IN, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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