Team Leader - Wealth Management AML CRF

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 The Team Lead is responsible for leading the new Wealth Management AML Client Risk Framework Review Team in Pune. The role is responsible for daily business-as-usual delivery, process establishment, service quality, operational risk management, performance management, team culture, and alignment with the broader Wealth Management strategy. The position requires strong operational leadership, sound AML/KYC technical knowledge, effective stakeholder management, and the ability to translate regulatory and business requirements into sustainable processes, controls, and measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities People Leadership and Team Management Lead, coach, and develop team members through clear objectives, regular one-to-one discussions, timely feedback, and documented performance management. Build team capability and coverage through effective recruitment, onboarding, training, succession planning, engagement, and retention. Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and accountable culture focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and business outcomes. Recognize strong performance, address performance concerns consistently and promptly, and support career development. Maintain effective relationships with team members, AML partners, Wealth Management stakeholders, and support functions. Operational and Service Delivery Lead day-to-day CRF operations, ensuring activities are completed in accordance with established procedures, service levels, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Manage workload, capacity, and resources to ensure timely completion of AML reviews, periodic client reviews, transaction monitoring activities, and due diligence requirements. Provide technical leadership on AML/KYC matters, resolve complex issues and escalations, and serve as a key point of contact for audits, walkthroughs, and stakeholder inquiries. Monitor operational performance, KPIs, and management information to drive service excellence, productivity, capacity utilization, and end-to-end business outcomes. Risk, Control, and Compliance Management Ensure compliance with regulatory, audit, risk, and policy requirements while maintaining a strong control environment.