Senior HR Data and Analytics Consultant

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.

At Northern Trust, data drives all of our decision-making and HR is no exception. The HR Data and Analytics team pioneers Northern Trust’s approach to talent strategy and organizational growth. As a member of the HR Data and Analytics team, you will play an important role in helping our HR department address the people-related data and analytical needs of internal clients.

The HR Data and Analytics Senior Consultant is responsible for creating a comprehensive strategy, delivering data-driven insights and presenting information in a way that helps inform HR solutions to business needs. You will interact directly with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) on a regular basis to ensure they are obtaining the appropriate data and metrics needed and to collect feedback for future enhancements. Additionally, you will be expected to provide thought leadership and strategic direction for the use of people data and metrics in the business.

The key responsibilities of the role include:
• Exercise independent judgement in identifying and resolving human capital requests/problems within established guidelines
• Work closely with internal partners to analyze data and produce visualizations to support the understanding of data (turnover, job movement, surveys, etc.)
• In partnership with HRBPs (HR Business Partners) design and create reporting and analytics solutions to solve business issues
• Learn the business and find appropriate approaches to issues
• Perform basic data analyses to provide insights in the organization
• Effectively consult with HRBPs to understand and anticipate the needs of the business; Use expertise to guide partners through accessing data, filtering data, and retrieving the most useful information
• Responsibly access and release sensitive data
• Able to serve as a key subject matter expert for stakeholders around the availability of human capital data, tools, and resources
• Able to learn how the business operates and understand the needs of the business; Use consultative skills to provide the best solutions for the business
• Work independently with your stakeholders (HRBPs, HR, Business Leaders) to create awareness and execution of processes and support models for recurring HR activities (succession planning, performance reviews, promotions, etc.)
• Leverage data governance for consistent, standardized deployment of data and metrics

Skills/ Qualifications:
• 3-6 years of directly related experience
• Familiarity with HRIS (HR Information System), Workday preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and general knowledge of Power BI
• Ability to prioritize a variety of requests and stakeholders; Experience with data management and analysis
• Self-starter with ability to independently complete projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong team/Relationship building skills
• Accountability/Ownership over specific relationships within the business
• Strong attention to detail
 
 
The successful candidate will benefit from having:
• A College or University degree in Data Management, Statistics, or I/O Psychology degree

Working Model: Hybrid (#LI-Hybrid)
We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

Salary Range:

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