The Senior Trust Officer will bring deep expertise in trust administration, fiduciary policies, and applicable regulatory requirements, ensuring all accounts are administered in full compliance with legal, regulatory, and fiduciary standards. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and trusted partner to management, staff, senior leadership, and clients.
Duties and Responsibilities- Administer trusts in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, fiduciary standards, and the terms of each governing instrument.
- Position the Nevada trust business for continued growth by supporting business development, enhancing market presence, and expanding client relationships.
- Oversee the day-to-day administration of client relationships, including various trust, agency, and IRA accounts.
- Implement and maintain internal policies, procedures, and programs that support effective trust administration.
- Ensure compliance with fiduciary, legal, ERISA, IRS, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Represent the organization through active participation in relevant professional, industry, and community organizations and activities.
- Develop and enhance organizational capabilities that strengthen service delivery, operational effectiveness, and client outcomes.
- Oversee the review and analysis of complex estate planning documents, including the preparation of follow-up summaries for trustors and beneficiaries.
- Apply the provisions of the Nevada Probate Code governing trust administration and assess the tax implications of various trust structures.
- Meet with clients, advisors, and prospective clients regarding estate planning, tax matters, and financial considerations, and serve as the trust officer for designated client relationships.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree, Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of trust administration experience, including management experience.
- Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation preferred.
- Strong knowledge of living trusts, testamentary trusts, charitable remainder trusts, estate administration, and IRA accounts.
- Experience managing trust-owned real estate, investment management, and trust operations/securities processing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management systems.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, professional advisors, and colleagues.
