Client Services Assistant Director

Sequent Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequent is seeking an experienced Client Services Assistant Director to manage complex international fiduciary structures and advise ultra-high-net-worth clients. You will lead client service delivery, provide governance and regulatory expertise, and work with partners across jurisdictions to grow the business in Asia.

You will mentor junior staff, maintain high governance standards, and handle signatory responsibilities in line with internal policies.

Qualifications

• Fiduciary, legal or banking education background.
• Extensive experience managing trust and corporate structures for HNWI.
• STEP member or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong AML/CFT background and policy application.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fully computer literate (MS Office and Navision).
• Fluent in English and Mandarin; other languages are an asset.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Analytical with ability to act independently on mandates.
• Leads, trains and develops junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary relationship manager for a portfolio of international trust, corporate and fiduciary structures.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, family offices, intermediaries, legal advisers, banks and partners.
• Oversee administration of complex fiduciary arrangements with governance and compliance.
• Act as Director of client and in-house entities and exercise signatory authority.
• Provide strategic guidance on governance, fiduciary, regulatory, banking and wealth structuring.
• Ensure AML/CFT and regulatory compliance across activities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client relationships and service delivery.
• Mentor, coach and develop junior team members.
• Collaborate across jurisdictions to deliver seamless solutions.
• Contribute to operational process improvements and controls.

Skills

AML/CFT

Leadership

Communication

English/Mandarin

Travel

Client relations

Discretion

Diplomatic

Multitasking

Education

Fiduciary/legal/banking education

STEP membership or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Navision

Job description

Sequent is an independent provider of wealth planning, fiduciary, corporate governance and administration services for international private clients, families, family offices and entrepreneurs.

We help clients preserve, protect and transition wealth across generations through carefully designed governance and fiduciary structures. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with clients and their professional advisers to deliver tailored solutions that stand the test of time.

With approximately 140 professionals across Singapore, Switzerland, Guernsey, London, Miami, Reno and the British Virgin Islands, Sequent combines international reach with a highly personal and client-focused approach.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Client Services Assistant Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing and developing a portfolio of complex international fiduciary structures while serving as a trusted adviser to ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families and their advisers. You will lead the delivery of exceptional client service, provide technical expertise across trust and corporate matters, and contribute to the continued growth, reputation and success of Sequent in Asia.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated cross-border structures, build long-term client relationships and develop future leaders within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of high-value international trust, corporate and fiduciary structures.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, family offices, intermediaries, legal advisers, banks and other professional partners.
• Oversee the administration of complex fiduciary arrangements, ensuring the highest standards of governance, compliance and client service.
• Act as Director of client and in-house entities and exercise authorised signatory responsibilities in accordance with internal policies and delegated authorities.
• Provide strategic guidance on governance, fiduciary, regulatory, banking, legal and wealth structuring matters.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable AML/CFT requirements, regulatory obligations and internal risk management frameworks.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client relationships, improve service delivery and support business development initiatives.
• Mentor, coach and develop junior team members, fostering technical excellence and a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across jurisdictions to deliver seamless solutions for international clients.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of operational processes, controls and best practices.

REQUIREMENTS

• Solid fiduciary, legal or banking education and background
• Extensive experience in the management of trust and corporate structures and in dealing with HNWI in a fiduciary environment
• Full member of STEP or equivalent professional qualification
• Strong AML/CFT background and application of policies and procedures in accordance with internal and regulatory guidelines
• Willingness to travel
• Fully computer literate (MS Office and Navision)
• Fluent written and spoken English and Mandarin required. Other languages are an asset.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Analytical skills with problem-solving capability and acting independently on mandates assigned
• Flexible approach to working in the team and within the organisation
• Exceptionally reliable, precise, conscientious and professional
• Able to establish priorities and work in the most effective manner
• Capable of multitasking with high quality standards
• Able to cope with pressure
• Able to lead, develop and train staff members
• Character: Professional, diplomatic, helpful, co-operative, constructive and positive minded and at ease in everyday working situation especially when facing clients and representing the firm. Absolute discretion, loyalty and high ethical standards.

WHY JOIN US

• Work with prestigious international clients and family offices.
• Shape complex cross-border wealth and fiduciary solutions.
• Be part of an entrepreneurial, agile and growing global firm.
• Collaborate with highly experienced professionals across multiple jurisdictions.
• Build a meaningful career with opportunities for leadership and progression.