Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies

Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies Join to apply for the Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies role at Northern Trust 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 worlds 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 worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Role Overview The Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies will lead the strategic direction, commercial development, and execution of Northern Trust Asset Management's index and quantitative investment capabilities across equity, fixed income, and multi-asset solutions. This senior leadership role will be responsible for driving innovation, investment performance, and commercial success in alignment with NTAMs global investment philosophy and evolving client needs. This position will report directly to the Global Co-Chief Investment Officers and will be a key member of the NTAM Investments Leadership Team. Key Responsibilities Lead and evolve NTAMs index and quantitative investment platform, ensuring alignment with firm-wide investment strategy and client objectives. Oversee global portfolio management and quantitative research teams, developing a high-performing team of investment professionals. Drive innovation across investment strategies and the overall platform enabled by leading technology. Ensure robust investment processes, risk management, and governance across all strategies. Represent NTAMs index and quantitative capabilities with clients, consultants, and industry stakeholders. Partner with product, distribution, and marketing teams to develop and position investment solutions that meet evolving client needs. Qualifications 15+ years of experience in asset management, with deep expertise in index and quantitative investment strategies. Track record of business growth/transformation including translating goals into actionable strategic initiatives, including revenue growth and product commercialization. Proven leadership experience managing global, multi-discipline investment teams. A clearly articulated understanding of investment and product trends within the industry. Ability to work in a cross-functional manner (sales, product, investments, marketing, technology). Strong data and technology orientation, including experience with portfolio analytics platforms and data science tools. Excellent communication and client engagement skills. Advanced degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related field; CFA or Ph.D. preferred. Salary Range $205,700 - 360,100 USD 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr