Global Family & Private Investment Offices

Gain comprehensive information and deliver insightful recommendations to clients

We foster long-term relationships by offering an unparalleled combination of service, expertise and capabilities tailored to the needs of our clients.

We know that families and family offices have unique attributes that require a distinctive service model. Their size, complexity, investment horizon and need for advanced technology architecture set them apart from the broader universe of wealth management clients. Our specialized expertise for family offices and cutting edge technology prepare us to serve our multi-faceted family client base including single family offices, high-net-worth individuals and families, private investment companies, family foundations and private trust companies.

At Global Family and Private Investment Office Services (GFO), we deliver this service through our position at the intersection of Northern Trust's core client segments, allowing us to deliver a tailored client experience backed by enterprise-wide support.


Key Statistics

500+
Family Relationships
30+
Countries
265+
Dedicated Professionals
120+
Billionaire Families
$1,000M
Average Client Size

COMMITMENT AND EXPERTISE IN WORKING WITH PRIVATE CLIENTS

For over 130 years, Northern Trust has been committed to the private trust and investment business, with over 40% of the Company’s global revenues derived from the wealth management needs of individuals, families and their related entities. Our proven and focused commitment to this business, and continued investment in the resources needed to continue its success supports our longevity and strength as a partner to your family.

DEEP KNOWLEDGE OF FAMILIES AND FAMILY OFFICES


Individual family members and the family office can benefit from the knowledge we have gained in working with more than 450 of the wealthiest families and family offices across the globe, as well as our deep involvement in the industry. Our team of dedicated professionals partner with our clients and their advisors to become “extensions” of your family, by working together to deliver high quality services, solutions and advisory capabilities.


GFO SITS AT THE INTERSECTION OF NORTHERN TRUST’S CORE CLIENT SEGMENTS

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