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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.\nWith 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.\nRole Summary\nThe APAC Early Career Talent (ECT) Program Manager is responsible for leading and evolving Northern Trust's early career talent strategy in support of the global operating model. , ensuring a sustainable pipeline of future technology talent aligned to long-term workforce objectives. The role serves as the central point of coordination across Technology, Human Resources (HR), Talent Acquisition (TA), Workforce Planning, Finance, Learning & Development, and business leadership to deliver a scalable and high-impact ECT program within the assigned region.\nSuccess in this role requires the ability to influence without direct authority, navigate competing priorities, drive consensus among senior stakeholders, and balance the needs of a global workforce while addressing regional business requirements. The Program Manager represents Northern Trust externally through strategic partnerships with colleges, universities, and talent communities, strengthening the organization's employer brand and enhancing access to top emerging talent.\nGiven the strategic nature of the program, executive visibility, and extensive stakeholder engagement responsibilities, this role requires a mature and experienced professional capable of providing leadership, governance, relationship management, and program oversight.\nKey Responsibilities\nStrategy & Workforce Planning\nExecute the annual ECT intake strategy, cohort structure, hiring targets, timelines, and workforce planning approach. \nPartner with Technology leadership and HR to align ECT investments with workforce and succession planning objectives. \nRecommend business unit allocations, cohort distribution, and program design decisions. \nMaintain annual program roadmaps, milestones, and success measures for alignment to the Technology Global Operating Model and Strategy. \nEnsure compliance with regional regulatory and business requirements. \nPartner closely with the Workforce Planning team to understand current and future talent demand, skill requirements, succession considerations, and strategic workforce priorities. \nMaintain awareness of global workforce trends, technology skill needs, and talent market dynamics to inform program decisions. \nRecruitment & Selection\nPartner with Talent Acquisition and business stakeholders to deliver campus and early career hiring programs. \nLead hiring governance and participate in candidate review discussions, recommendation forums, and final selection decisions. \nProvide oversight and guidance throughout the recruitment lifecycle to ensure consistent and objective hiring decisions aligned with program standards. \nRecommend and oversee selection methodologies, assessment frameworks, and evaluation standards. \nIdentify, onboard, and govern technology panelists supporting interviews, hackathons, technical assessments, and candidate evaluations. \nParticipate in candidate review and final selection decisions. \nManage hiring governance, escalation, and approval processes. \nOnboarding & Cohort Readiness\nLead end-to-end onboarding planning for all ECT cohorts within region. \nEnsure readiness across hiring managers, support teams, learning providers, and technology functions. \nDevelop and implement onboarding communications, orientation activities, cohort allocations, access provisioning, and role readiness. \nCoordinate with HR partners cross-functional activities to deliver a seamless onboarding experience. \nProgram Experience & Engagement\nDesign and implement sponsor engagement initiatives, leadership interactions, mentoring programs, networking opportunities, learning events, and community-building activities. \nEstablish and maintain regular engagement with ECT participants across all cohorts to understand developmental needs, gather feedback, and strengthen the participant experience. \nServe as a trusted advisor to ECTs throughout their program lifecycle, supporting career development, engagement, and successful transition into permanent roles. \nMonitor Sponsor ECT committees, councils, and cohort-led initiatives that strengthen engagement and feedback mechanisms. \nPerformance Management & Talent Development\nDefine performance management standards appropriate for each cohort type. \nPartner with HR, panelists, and hiring managers to oversee evaluations, calibration activities, and development planning. \nMonitor participant progression and identify opportunities for intervention, coaching, or additional support. \nDrive continuous improvement through participant feedback, performance insights, and lessons learned. \nConversion, Placement & Alumni Management\nDirect conversion planning and workforce alignment for interns, apprentices, and analysts. \nManage rotational analyst transitions, final placement activities, and headcount planning. \nPartner with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions into permanent roles. \nEstablish alumni engagement strategies and maintain relationships with former ECT participants. \nTrack retention outcomes and long-term talent pipeline effectiveness. \nGovernance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement\nOwn program governance, standards, risk management, and escalation processes. \nMaintain playbook, operating procedures, RACI documentation, and program Metrics. \nProduce executive-level reporting, dashboards, and review materials. \nDirect periodic program reviews and drive enhancements to improve scale, efficiency, and participant experience. \nCommunications & Stakeholder Management\nDevelop and execute the ECT communications strategy across program phases. \nProvide regular updates to executives, technology leaders, hiring managers, and supporting functions. \nEnsure consistent messaging, branding, and participant communications throughout the cohort lifecycle. \nBuild and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, student organizations, and external talent partners to strengthen Northern Trust's market presence and employer brand. \nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Human Resources, \nExperience working with Workforce Planning teams to align talent acquisition and development programs with evolving workforce strategies. \nDemonstrated understanding of global workforce dynamics and experience partnering across multiple regions and cultures. \nExperience leading or managing hiring processes, candidate assessments, selection discussions, and hiring decisions. \nTechnology industry experience as a software engineer, developer, technology analyst, infrastructure professional, or related technical role preferred. \nExperience leading complex, multi-team programs with cross-functional stakeholders and executive visibility. \nStrong business analysis skills, including requirements gathering, stakeholder interviews, process mapping, and translating business needs into program solutions. \nProven ability to influence senior leaders and drive outcomes in highly matrixed organizations. \nSuccess Measures\nAchievement of annual hiring and cohort targets. \nOn-time delivery across recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and conversion milestones. \nParticipant engagement and program satisfaction scores. \nConversion and placement rates. \nRetention of ECT talent beyond program completion. \nHiring manager satisfaction. \nCompliance with governance standards and operational controls. \nContinuous improvement and scalability of the ECT operating model. \nWorking with Us\nAs a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.\nPhilanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.\nReasonable Accommodation\nNorthern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with. \nAbout Our Pune Office\nThe Northern Trust Pune office, established in 2016, is now home to over 3,000 employees. The office handles various functions, including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management, as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe.\nOur Pune team takes our commitment to service to heart. In 2024, they volunteered more than 10,000+ hours into the communities where they live and work. 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