Senior Trust Officer

The Charles Schwab Corp

Wilmington, DE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Fiduciary, Finance, Financial Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), Regulations, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Wilmington, DE
POSTED
21 days ago

Your Opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified locations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

The Trust Officer is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with registered investment advisors, trust beneficiaries, and other interested parties for an assigned book of business. The Trust Officer assures compliance with all Bank policies and procedures, as well as all applicable state and federal banking regulations in the context of their responsibilities.

  • Serve as primary point of contact for assigned book of trust accounts.
  • Ensure each trust account is administered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and the terms of its governing instrument.
  • Maintain high client service levels through prompt research and response to registered investment advisors, trust beneficiaries, internal financial consultants, and various centers of influence in the account relationship.
  • Present discretionary memorandums for review and approval of the Discretionary Distributions Committee.
  • Document directed distributions for the administrative file and for the Personal Trust Fiduciary Committee.
  • Manage volume of new accounts through completion of the post acceptance administrative review process.
  • Ensure proper receipt of and accounting for miscellaneous assets in established trust accounts.
  • Respond to initial inquiries from Schwab advisors, third party contacts, and private individuals regarding both current and future trust prospects.
  • Perform Post Acceptance and Annual administrative account reviews for assigned accounts.
  • Participate in special projects as needed.
  • Provide support to the Senior Trust Officer and Director.
  • Provide training and support to junior staff.

What you have

  • 5+ years experience in personal trust administration serving as primary trust professional with an assigned book of business
  • Experience with directed trusts preferred
  • Bachelor's degree or higher, CTFA preferred, or equivalent work experience
  • Strong knowledge of the principles of trust administration and practical experience in administering trusts governed by Delaware and Nevada law, a plus
  • Superior organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities without sacrificing quality or accuracy
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to deal effectively with a variety of people
  • Highly motivated and a self starter

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

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About the Company

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The Charles Schwab Corp

The Charles Schwab Corporation is a leading provider of financial services, with more than 300 offices. Through its operating subsidiaries, the company provides a full range of securities brokerage, banking, money management and financial advisory services to individual investors and independent investment advisors. Named "Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Self-Directed Services" by J.D. Power and Associates in 2009, its broker-dealer subsidiary, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (member SIPC) affiliates offer a complete range of investment services and products including an extensive selection of mutual funds; financial planning and investment advice; retirement plan and equity compensation plan services; referrals to independent fee-based investment advisors; and custodial, operational and trading support for independent, fee-based investment advisors through Schwab Advisor Services.

The Charles Schwab Bank (member FDIC) provides banking and mortgage services and products. To meet the needs of our clients, we are actively recruiting people with the desire, drive and creativity to find solutions that help meet our clients' needs; who want the chance to learn, grow with the company and explore their career opportunities; who will strive for excellence in achieving our clients' and our company's goals; who have the highest ethical standards - individuals who take pride in making a difference in people's lives.
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Security and Surveillance
FOUNDED
1971
WEBSITE
http://www.aboutschwab.com/careers