ESG Audit Specialist

7 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Northern Trust 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 services and guidance. Our commitment to service, expertise, and integrity has enabled us to maintain a strong reputation and provide exceptional value to our clients.

Role/Department

The ESG Audit Specialist/Audit Services role is a unique opportunity to join our Internal Audit department and contribute to the evolution of our ESG internal audit strategy. As a key member of our global ESG team, you will be responsible for reviewing Northern Trust's environmental, social, and corporate governance policies and procedures, including internal and external ESG-related disclosures, reporting, and performance improvement plans for third-party ESG frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the development of the ESG internal audit strategy, including risk assessment and coverage strategy
  • Coordinate and collaborate with the global ESG team on the identification of risks and execution of audits in line with the internal plan
  • Provide strategic thinking, thought leadership, and guidance on identifying key risks and assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the controls supporting ESG activities
  • Plan, oversee, and direct regulatory ESG activities as required
  • Establish strong working relationships and communications with key ESG stakeholders
  • Maintain active involvement with, and present at, executive, oversight, and steering committees, as required
  • Ensure that all deliverables are issued accurately, completely, and timely - both internal and external to Audit Services
  • Monitor audit progress and budgets; escalate significant budget variances as needed
  • Review work of junior members, including work paper documentation, findings, and recommendations, as well as the final report, while ensuring that auditing standards and department methodology expectations have been met
  • Stay abreast and maintain knowledge of regulatory developments and industry trends, and assist with continuous monitoring and knowledge sharing efforts
  • Assist in preparation of presentations to the Board, Audit Committee, and senior management, as required
  • Assist with ad hoc projects as necessary
Requirements
  • Proven ESG subject matter expertise from the 1st, 2nd, and/or 3rd lines (Business, Risk/Compliance, Audit)
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and organizational skills
  • An ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a global audit team across multiple time zones and jurisdictions
  • Exceptional cross-functional management skills; ability to bring people together around a common goal and lead by influence
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including documentation of findings and recommendations
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact in a team environment and foster relationships
  • Strong written and presentation skills for high-visibility storytelling, both internally and externally; adept at synthesizing complex inputs from multiple stakeholders
  • Being passionate about building trusted relationships
  • A College or University degree
Working Model

We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need. The successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

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.

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