Northern Trust

Vice President, Investor Relations

Northern Trust$164K — $288K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10+ years in investor relations or private markets fundraising
  • Deep understanding of private equity and credit markets
  • Experience engaging with wealth and intermediary channels
  • Willingness to travel for relationship building
  • Highly organized with a hands-on approach to content support

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary contact for financial advisors and wealth partners
  • Cultivate relationships through travel and in-person engagements
  • Facilitate client discussions and portfolio reviews
  • Collaborate with senior teams to enhance capital raising efforts
  • Advance a pipeline of fundraising opportunities
  • Contribute to investor relations activities like managing requests
  • Assist in developing investor presentations and materials

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical and dental
  • Retirement options including 401k and pension plans
  • Paid time off, parental leave, and caregiver leave
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Discretionary bonus program potentially including equity component
Full Job Description
Role Summary

The Vice President will support investor relations and fundraising efforts across 50 South Capital, with a primary focus on the wealth channel. This role will serve as a key point of contact for financial advisors and high net worth clients, while also contributing broadly to the firm's investor relations, product positioning, and client communication efforts.

Working closely with senior team members, the role is focused on relationship development, advisor engagement, and day-to-day execution, complemented by involvement in firmwide initiatives including product launches, investor communications, and cross-team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Advisor Coverage & Relationship Management
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for financial advisors and wealth partners, both within Northern Trust and externally
  • Build and maintain relationships through regular in-person engagement and travel
  • Support client conversations, portfolio reviews, and education sessions


Business Development & Fundraising Execution
  • Partner with senior team members to drive capital raising efforts across the platform
  • Maintain and advance a pipeline of opportunities, while supporting broader firm fundraising initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to deepen relationships across both internal and external wealth managers


Firmwide Investor Relations Support
  • Contribute to investor relations activities across the platform, including:
    • Responding to investor and internal partner requests
    • Supporting client servicing efforts
    • Coordinating with internal teams on ongoing initiatives
    • Partner with investment, operations, and product teams to ensure consistency and accuracy of information shared with clients


Client Communication & Content Development
  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of investor presentations, commentary, and client materials
  • Translate complex strategies into clear, advisor-friendly messaging
  • Support ongoing communication around fund performance and market developments


Product & Platform Engagement
  • Support new product development and fund launches, including positioning and go-to-market efforts
  • Develop a strong understanding of the firm's private equity, private credit, and hedge fund offerings
  • Provide feedback from the field to inform product strategy and messaging


Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Help ensure a coordinated and seamless client experience across the platform
  • Work closely with Investment teams, Product management, Operations and fund administrators, and Northern Trust sales and relationship teams


Necessary Skills and Experience
  • ~6-10+ years of experience in investor relations, alternatives sales, or private markets fundraising
  • Strong understanding of the Alternatives market, particularly private markets (private equity, credit, secondaries)
  • Experience working with or covering wealth / intermediary channels
  • Willingness to travel and build relationships in person
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to operate across multiple priorities and stakeholders, including a hands on approach to supporting all Investor Relations content and support


Salary Range:
$164,600 - 288,000 USD

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.

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a global leader in delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, and fiduciary and banking solutions to corporations, institutions, and affluent individuals. They have evolved with the changing needs of their clients and their world.

Northern Trust Careers

Joining Northern Trust means becoming part of a global financial services institution that is dedicated to providing expert guidance and innovative solutions to its clients. At Northern Trust, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of leadership, diversity, and innovation, which makes us a premier destination for career growth in the financial industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Northern Trust, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the financial sector. Our team is committed to excellence and equipped with a diverse range of skills that contribute to our dynamic environment. Here, you will have the opportunity to lead projects that transform our services and drive significant value for our clients across the globe.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you are starting your career or looking to make a significant impact in the financial industry, Northern Trust offers a variety of job opportunities and internships that will help you achieve your professional goals. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, our company is actively hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel.

Innovative Work

Northern Trust is at the forefront of financial innovation. Our employees are encouraged to think creatively and leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems. By joining our team, you will work on pioneering solutions that redefine the standards of financial services.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at Northern Trust is more than just a group of employees – we are a community. We value collaboration, and our culture is built on mutual respect and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Working with us, you will experience a supportive network that is passionate about sharing knowledge and ideas.

Future-Proof Your Career

Northern Trust is dedicated to your professional development. We offer comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and numerous resources to help you grow your career. With our support, you can expand your skills, gain valuable experience, and achieve professional certifications that will enhance your career trajectory.

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Learn more about Northern Trust
Size
21,100 employees
Market Cap
$18.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1889
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
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