Senior Estate Settlement Advisor - PNC Private Bank

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 224,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription drug coverage

401(k) with PNC match

Paid time off including holidays and vacation days

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estate Settlement Advisor for their office in Millburn, NJ. This role is critical for engaging in fiduciary decision-making and providing estate administration services for complex estates.

The ideal candidate will possess 8+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree. PNC offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee wellness and financial security.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry-relevant experience required.
• Experience in estate settlement and fiduciary responsibilities are essential.
• Higher education or relevant certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in fiduciary decision-making for complex estates.
• Providing estate administration and relationship management services.
• Coordinating the preparation of tax returns and estate filings.

Skills

Decision Making

Finance Strategy

Investment Management

Legal Practices

Real Estate Settlements

Revenue Recognition

Risk Assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Senior Estate Settlement Advisor - PNC Private BankApplylocations: NJ - Millburntime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R214654# **Position Overview**At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Senior Estate Settlement Advisor within PNC Private Bank, you will be based in Millburn, NJ.PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.# **Job Description*** Engages in fiduciary decision-making by executing the terms of any will or document in which PNC serves as executor or trustee, including estate settlement trusts and other estate-related trusts. Acts as a market or region estate settlement authority. Provides estate administration and related relationship management services for the most complex estates in an assigned book of business and serves as a specialized fiduciary expert for estates in those relationships.* Engages in the most complex estate administration, including addressing special assets, liquidity and concentrated holdings; assisting in resolution of family/beneficiary conflicts; preserving and conserving estate assets overall; obtaining accurate valuations and meeting all administrative and legal deadlines. Supports the estate settlement business both internally and with Centers of Influence.* Works with external entities to understand, contribute to and implement fiduciary/tax planning strategies and assess financial planning impacts for the beneficiaries. Engages in business-retention and sales opportunities.* Ensures and coordinates the preparation of appropriate tax returns and court or other state-required filings for the estate and the decedent. Administers estate settlement trusts and other estate- related trusts.* Serves as a subject matter resource for the estate settlement team, fiduciary and market leadership. May serve as a point of escalation for problem resolution and stand as a proxy for fiduciary leadership. Assists in determining work assignments of other estate settlement advisors.PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:* **Customer Focused** - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.* **Managing Risk** - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.# **Qualifications**Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.## **Preferred Skills**Decision Making, Finance Strategy, Investment Management, Legal Practices, Real Estate Settlements, Revenue Recognition, Risk Assessments## **Competencies**Account Management, Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Business Development, Effective Communications, Fiduciary Responsibilities, Problem Solving, Regulatory Environment - Financial Services, Selling.## **Work Experience**Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.## **Education**Bachelors## **Certifications**No Required Certification(s)## **Licenses**No Required License(s)# **Pay Transparency**Base Salary: $80,000.00 – $224,250.00Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.# **Application Window**Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 03/17/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.# **Benefits**PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.