Associated Bank

Trust Sales Relationship Manager

Associated Bank$86K — $148K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years in business development or personal trust relationship management.
  • 10+ years managing client relationships in financial services or investment management.
  • Expertise in estate planning, fiduciary administration, taxation, and financial planning.
  • 10+ years of successful sales in a trust or investment agency environment.
  • Ability to cultivate internal and external referral networks.
  • Demonstrated success in client relationship management in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and close new business opportunities with clients and prospects.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with high-net-worth individuals for asset growth.
  • Provide comprehensive guidance on financial and estate planning topics.
  • Identify and act on cross-selling opportunities with internal partners.
  • Manage trust and fiduciary accounts, including reviews and distributions.
  • Review estate planning documents and coordinate with advisors for administration.
  • Maintain a business development pipeline and cultivate referral networks.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Benefits

  • Retirement savings options including 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off for community volunteer work.
  • Access to diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
  • Professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • Well-being programs and incentives, including parental leave.
  • Employee stock purchase plan and military benefits.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Personal Trust Relationship Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of trust and wealth management relationships. In this role, you will serve high-net-worth clients by providing guidance on wealth planning strategies, trust administration, and financial solutions while driving business development and relationship growth. You will work closely with internal partners and external advisors to deliver an exceptional client experience.
  • Develop and close new business opportunities with existing clients, prospects, and referral sources.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with high-net-worth clients to support asset growth, retention, and revenue generation.
  • Provide guidance on financial planning topics, including estate planning, retirement planning, investment management, risk management, and charitable planning.
  • Identify cross-selling opportunities and collaborate with internal partners to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
  • Manage assigned trust and fiduciary accounts, including account reviews, client communications, distributions, fee management, and administrative activities.
  • Review estate planning documents and coordinate with professional advisors to support effective trust and estate administration.
  • Maintain an active business development pipeline and cultivate referral networks within the community and professional circles.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, legal requirements, and regulatory standards.

Education & Experience
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 7+ years of business development or personal trust relationship management experience.
  • 10+ years of high-level client management experience within the financial services or investment management industry.
  • Strong understanding of estate planning concepts, fiduciary administration, taxation, financial planning, and discretionary asset management.
  • 10+ years of success in trust, investment agency, or institutional sales within a financial services organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and leverage internal and external referral networks.
  • Proven success in sales and client relationship management within a collaborative, partner-oriented environment.
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Preferred

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
  • Juris Doctor (JD).
  • Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation.


Why You'll Love Working Here

This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with high-net-worth clients while providing impactful wealth planning and trust solutions. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals across the organization, expand your professional network, and play a key role in growing client relationships and business success.

Apply today to make an impact.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.
  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
  • Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
  • Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.


$86,660.00 - $148,560.00 per year

About Associated Bank

Associated Bank is a regional bank that provides a wide range of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. The bank offers personal and business banking, wealth management, and insurance services, and operates more than 200 locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. Associated Bank was founded in 1861 and has a long history of serving its communities and customers. The bank is committed to providing exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with its customers.
Learn more about Associated Bank
Size
4,900 employees
Industry
Founded
1874

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