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How much do business process specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for business process specialist in the United States is $41.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $49.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a business process specialist?

A Business Process Specialist is a professional who analyzes, designs, and optimizes an organization’s business processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. They work closely with different departments to identify areas where workflows can be streamlined or automated. Their responsibilities often include mapping current processes, recommending improvements, implementing solutions, and monitoring outcomes to ensure desired results. Business Process Specialists play a key role in driving operational excellence and supporting organizational goals.

How does a business process specialist typically collaborate with other departments to drive process improvements?

Business Process Specialists work closely with various departments, such as operations, IT, and finance, to map out workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement solutions. Regular cross-functional meetings and workshops are common, ensuring that stakeholders from each area contribute to process redesign and buy-in. This collaborative approach helps ensure proposed changes align with business goals and are feasible across teams. Effective communication and project management skills are essential for facilitating these collaborations and ensuring successful process improvements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a business process specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Business Process Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, process mapping expertise, and a background in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with process management tools like BPMN, Lean Six Sigma certification, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is often required. Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management abilities set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for identifying inefficiencies, driving process improvements, and ensuring organizational effectiveness.

What is the difference between Business Process Specialist vs Business Analyst?

AspectBusiness Process SpecialistBusiness Analyst
Primary FocusOptimizing and improving business processesAnalyzing business needs and defining solutions
Skills & CertificationsProcess improvement, Six Sigma, BPM certificationsRequirements gathering, data analysis, UML modeling
Work EnvironmentOperational teams, process improvement projectsProject teams, IT and business units
Industry UsageManufacturing, finance, healthcareIT, finance, consulting

While both roles focus on improving business efficiency, the Business Process Specialist primarily concentrates on streamlining and optimizing existing processes, often with certifications like Six Sigma. The Business Analyst, on the other hand, analyzes business needs and defines solutions, frequently working on project requirements and system implementations.

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Infographic showing various Business Process Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,380 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Risk, Business Process Specialist

Northern Trust

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$114K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Northern Trust rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

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.


As a part of Risk Management's project management team, support key strategic technology and business initiatives. The key responsibilities of the role include:

  • Work with Risk and Technology partners to create andmaintainkey project deliverables (e.g. scope document, requirements, test cases) in accordance with Paragon standards
  • Support Risk partners with technical understanding during project lifecycle
  • Manage user acceptance testing efforts including planning, execution, communication, defect/issue documentation, and management reporting
  • Assistwith documenting and conducting user training and change management transitions to the new systems
  • Assistin RFP vendor selection processes, as needed
  • Contribute to business unit control activities, including analytics, issue management and testing

The successful candidate will benefit from having:

  • 10+ years business analysis experience supporting large scale technology and business process projects (waterfall and agile)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Knowledgeable in process redesign, control and change management best practices
  • Problem solving and analytical skills

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Salary Range:

$114,700 - 194,900 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.


Work Authorization


Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).


Working with Us


As 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.


Philanthropy 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.


Reasonable Accommodation


Northern 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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.



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