Trust Manager

SINGAPORE EXECUTIVE SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SINGAPORE EXECUTIVE SERVICES PTE. LTD. is seeking a Trust Manager to lead service delivery for a portfolio of international trusts and companies in Singapore.

The role involves managing a team, ensuring adherence to procedures, and contributing to the firm’s strategic development of the Singapore office. The successful candidate will bring extensive trust administration experience, strong knowledge of trust law, and the ability to coordinate trust documentation and regulatory compliance in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in trust administration within a trustee company, private bank trust department, or trust services department of a professional accounting firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead client service management for a portfolio of international trusts and companies, acting as the primary contact for VIP and UHNW family office clients.
• Manage and mentor Senior Officers, Officers, and Junior Officers to meet company objectives and client service standards.
• Ensure compliance with new business procedures, including accurate completion of application forms and collection of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) documentation.
• Draft or coordinate drafting of trust documentation such as Trust Deeds and Letters of Wishes to support client needs.
• Maintain and update the internal Client Management Information System database to ensure accurate client entity records.
• Oversee financial management of client relationships, including invoicing and fee collection processes.
• Act as Resident Manager of the Trust Company and/or provide director services for Singapore client entities as required.
• Collaborate with executives, professional firms, private banks, and prospective clients to support business development and operational goals.
• Participate in the overall management and strategic development of the Singapore office to achieve company objectives.
• Manage ad-hoc administrative tasks and regulatory projects as assigned by company Directors.

Skills

Trust administration

Client service management

Team leadership

Job description

Company Overview

The client is an independent international trust company based in Singapore, providing comprehensive trust and corporate services to VIP and UHNW family office clients with a focus on professionalism and strategic client relationship management.

Job Summary

The Trust Manager will lead client service delivery for a portfolio of international trusts and companies, manage a team, ensure compliance with procedures, and contribute to the strategic development of the Singapore office.

Responsibilities

• Lead client service management for a portfolio of international trusts and companies, acting as the primary contact for VIP and UHNW family office clients in Singapore
• Manage and mentor Senior Officers, Officers, and Junior Officers to meet company objectives and client service standards
• Ensure compliance with new business procedures, including accurate completion of application forms and collection of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) documentation
• Draft or coordinate drafting of trust documentation such as Trust Deeds and Letters of Wishes to support client needs
• Maintain and update the internal Client Management Information System database to ensure accurate client entity records
• Oversee financial management of client relationships, including invoicing and fee collection processes
• Act as Resident Manager of the Trust Company and/or provide director services for Singapore client entities as required
• Collaborate with executives, professional firms, private banks, and prospective clients to support business development and operational goals
• Participate in the overall management and strategic development of the Singapore office to achieve company objectives
• Manage ad-hoc administrative tasks and regulatory projects as assigned by company Directors

Required competencies and certifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in trust administration within a trustee company, private bank trust department, or trust services department of a professional accounting firm
• Sound knowledge of trust law and trust administration practices
• Working knowledge of corporate secretarial and administration services

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Understanding of private banking or investment management client service processes
• Experience in business development and marketing to intermediaries and potential new clients
• Relevant professional qualifications in trust administration, STEP, banking, accounting, or law