Trust Officer - Private Client

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent DEPARTMENT:
Private ClientDIVISION:
Private Client ServicesWORKPLACE STRUCTURE:
Hybrid ROLE OVERVIEW PURPOSE OF JOBSouth Dakota Trust Company's business is
designed to accommodate the needs and desires of wealthy clients, both
domestically and internationally, providing “flexible, cost- effective,
service-oriented trust administration” in the #1 rated domestic trust
jurisdiction. SDTC’s core focus is to serve families’ individual goals, while
preserving family wealth in perpetuity. The Trust Officer is responsible for
managing and administering trust accounts, ensuring compliance with legal and
fiduciary obligations while maintaining strong relationships with our trusted
partners.  This role involves overseeing
trust operations, working with SDTC’s PTC partners to fulfill the regulatory
and reporting requirements.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Administer and manage trust accounts, ensuring compliance with fiduciary laws, policies, and regulations.

Serve as the primary point of contact for PTC partners, trusted advisors, providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries.

Develop and implement trust strategies tailored to clients' financial and estate planning needs.

Review trust documents, interpret terms, and ensure adherence to the grantor’s intent.

Coordinate with legal, tax, and investment professionals to ensure all necessary filing requirements are fulfilled.

Monitor distributions, and account activities, ensuring compliance with trust provisions.

Prepare and present reports on trust activities to SDTC’s PTC partners and trust beneficiaries.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Law, or a related field (CTFA, CFP, or CPA designation is a plus).Minimum of 3 years of experience in trust administration, estate planning, or wealth management.

Strong understanding of fiduciary responsibilities, estate planning principles, and tax implications.

Excellent client relationship management skills with a focus on confidentiality and trust.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Proficiency in trust accounting systems and financial software.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION &
WELLBEINGJTC is committed to fostering
a healthy, inclusive organisation where all individuals feel welcome and feel
able to participate in the workplace fully. We value different perspectives,
backgrounds and lived experiences. This includes supporting employee wellbeing
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