Specialist, Legal Entity Administration & Regulatory Compliance at Northern Trust

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial ServicesIndustries

10+ years of experience in legal entity governance, compliance, or corporate administration within financial services
Deep expertise in legal entity governance and regulatory compliance, with the ability to interpret and apply global and jurisdiction-specific requirements
Proven success managing entity-level obligations and governance reporting across multiple jurisdictions
Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-regional collaboration skills, with experience influencing governance and compliance outcomes across NA, EMEA, and APAC
Experience working with regulators, governance committees, and risk oversight functions to support enterprise-wide compliance initiatives
Ability to balance global policy alignment with local regulatory obligations, ensuring consistent and compliant execution
Advanced analytical and reporting capabilities, including proficiency with governance and compliance tools
Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage complex priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines

Administer legal entities across assigned regions in alignment with global policies and jurisdiction-specific regulations
Maintain the Legal Entity Framework, including documentation, registration, and record-keeping
Implement and monitor governance standards and compliance procedures within the First Line of Defense (1LOD)
Track and manage legal entity obligations, including regulatory registrations and responsibility mapping
Collaborate with Second Line (2LOD) and Third Line (3LOD) teams to support effective compliance and risk oversight
Partner with internal stakeholders across NA, EMEA, and APAC to ensure consistent governance execution
Align with the Global Regulatory Conduct Office on regulatory standards and reporting requirements
Provide management reporting and insights on legal entity governance and compliance
Support enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance legal entity administration and regulatory compliance