Head of Brokerage, NA

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role Summary

Head of Brokerage NA (The President & CEO of NTSI Brokerage) is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, financial performance and regulatory standing of Northern Trust Securities Inc.’s U.S. brokerage business. This is a senior executive role with full accountability for driving sustainable growth, leading complex change, strengthening client and institutional relationships, and building a high performing brokerage franchise aligned to Northern Trust’s global strategy and values.

The role requires a seasoned financial services leader with deep experience across investment banking, global brokerage or equivalent institutional markets businesses, and a proven track record of operating in complex, regulated, multi‑jurisdictional environments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy, Growth and Transformation

• Define and execute a clear multi‑year strategy for the NTSI brokerage business, aligned with Northern Trust’s global brokerage and markets strategy.
• Lead the business through significant change initiatives, including operating model evolution, governance enhancement, control environment strengthening, and growth‑led transformation.
• Identify and deliver sustainable revenue growth opportunities across client segments, products and services, while maintaining disciplined risk and cost management.
• Act as a catalyst for innovation, modernization and continuous improvement across technology, processes and client delivery.

Leadership and Talent