About Northern TrustAs 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 DescriptionRole Summary: Lead enterprise-wide Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives across client, product, third-party, and account domains, ensuring high-quality, integrated master data to support our data governance and digital transformation goals.Responsibilities:Own and lead assigned Master Data subdomains (e.g., Client, Product, Reference Data), ensuring data integrity, consistency, and alignment with enterprise standardsDrive end-to-end data quality initiatives, from profiling and issue identification through root cause analysis, remediation design, and executionPerform deep-dive data analysis and profiling to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities for improving data accuracy and completenessDefine and implement data quality rules, controls, and monitoring frameworks to proactively manage data issuesPartner with business and technology stakeholders to resolve data issues at source, influencing process and system changes for sustainable improvementLead data governance and stewardship activities, including management of critical data elements (CDEs), metadata, lineage, and business rulesCollaborate with technology and architecture teams on data ingestion, integration, and MDM enhancements, ensuring alignment to the target operating modelDrive continuous improvement initiatives across master data processes, including automation, standardization, and optimization of data flowsSupport delivery of regulatory, operational, and analytical data requirements, ensuring trusted data is available for downstream consumptionAct as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned domains, guiding junior analysts and contributing to best practices across the MDM organizationQualifications & SkillsAdvanced SQL skills with the ability to query, join, reconcile, and analyze large datasets across multiple systemsStrong experience in data profiling and identifying data patterns, anomalies, and quality issuesProven capability in data quality management including rule definition, defect analysis, and remediation trackingSolid understanding of Master Data Management (MDM) concepts (match/merge, survivorship, golden record, stewardship)Experience with data governance practices, including metadata, lineage, and critical data element (CDE) managementDemonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and drive resolution of data issues at sourceStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with high attention to detailExcellent communication skills with the ability to present insights and work effectively with business and technology stakeholdersBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related fieldPreferred Experience:Experience with data governance / data quality tools (e.g., Collibra or similar)Exposure to financial services, regulatory, or client, account, product, reference data domains and reportingExperience with Python or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) for advanced analysis andWork AuthorizationApplicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application and for the duration of employment.Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. This includes Skilled Worker visas, Global Business Mobility routes, Graduate visas, Youth Mobility Scheme, High Potential Individual visas, Scale-up Worker visas, Temporary Worker visas, and other employer-sponsored visa categories.Working with UsAs 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 AccommodationNorthern 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. SummaryLocation: London, United KingdomType:
Enterprise Data Delivery Specialist employer: Northern Trust
Northern Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and inclusivity. With over 135 years of financial expertise, employees are encouraged to develop their careers while contributing to meaningful philanthropic efforts in the community. The company's commitment to service, integrity, and expertise ensures that partners thrive in a supportive environment, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in securities finance.
