Global Head of Stewardship

15 hours ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Northern Trust Corporation Full time
About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a leading global financial institution with a rich history dating back to 1889. As a Fortune 500 company, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for individuals, families, and institutions seeking innovative financial solutions.

Role Summary

The Global Head of Stewardship will play a pivotal role in driving Northern Trust Asset Management's investment stewardship strategy and initiatives. This key leadership position will ensure that our activities align with client and market expectations, fostering a culture of responsible investing.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive investment stewardship strategy that aligns with Northern Trust's values and goals.
  • Lead a global team of stewardship professionals, providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Chair the Northern Trust Proxy Voting Committee and contribute to other organizational committees and councils in an advisory role.
  • Foster relationships with institutional investors, proxy advisory firms, and industry associations to promote responsible investing and shape industry standards.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory developments, and best practices in investment stewardship, translating them into actionable strategies.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and coordination of stewardship efforts across the organization.

Set Direction for Stewardship Activities:

  • Develop and execute strategies for proxy voting and engaging with companies in which the investment funds and accounts have holdings.
  • Guide reporting on findings and analysis focusing on financial factors, including material environmental, social, and governance-related risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with portfolio managers, research teams, and sustainable investing teams to ensure client views are incorporated into prioritized engagement themes.
  • Guide development of engagement milestones and work with portfolio management teams to leverage KPIs in portfolio construction.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of active ownership policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with current research on material financial considerations.
  • Engage with fundamental investors and senior management on high-stakes proxy voting matters.
  • Lead and take an active role in investor coalitions on key initiatives.

Serve as Senior Marketplace Spokesperson for Stewardship:

  • Communicate stewardship efforts and results to clients, demonstrating transparency and accountability in managing their investments.
  • Represent the Stewardship Team at internal and external functions, such as prospect meetings, client reviews, and large-scale events.
  • Engage with various stakeholders, including institutional investors, regulators, industry groups, and NGOs, to stay informed about evolving trends and best practices in stewardship and corporate governance.
  • Engage and collaborate to support the Principles for Responsible Investing, including supporting annual reporting assessments.
Necessary Experience, Education, and Attributes

Requirements:

  • At least fifteen years of work experience in the investment management industry, with direct experience in stewardship.
  • A master's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as sustainability, finance, business administration, or a related discipline.
  • Master in Business Administration and/or CFA strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing and developing teams, establishing strategic direction, setting goals, and delivering results.
  • Strong executive communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Deep understanding of ESG principles, proxy voting, and responsible investment practices, including knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and reporting standards.
  • Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information to make informed decisions.
  • Client-centric focus and problem-solving orientation.
  • Self-starter and team-oriented, with a proven ability to manage projects across cross-functional teams under demanding deadlines.
  • Results-oriented with attention to detail; strong analytical skills.
Working Model: Hybrid

Northern Trust has a balanced hybrid working model to ensure flexibility and collaboration. The successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

Working with Us

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 .

We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

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