Senior Trust & Fiduciary Operations Lead

Wellington Management Co; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health and wellbeing

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health savings account

Commuter program

Employee assistance program

Life and disability insurance

Adoption assistance

Back-up childcare

Tuition/CFA reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Wellington Management in Boston, MA seeks a Trust Manager to oversee trust governance, regulatory compliance, and product development across Wellington Trust vehicles. The role coordinates with Legal, Compliance, Investments, and Operations to uphold fiduciary standards and drive strategic initiatives.

As a senior contributor, you will manage day-to-day trust and fund operations, monitor risk, and support fund launches while maintaining a strong governance framework and a culture of operational

Qualifications

• 10+ years asset management experience, trust/fiduciary services, fund operations or related roles
• Experience with commingled vehicles, collective investment trusts or regulated fund structures preferred
• Familiarity with fund regulations (ERISA, OCC, SEC)
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and risk assessment capabilities
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and commitment to operational excellence
• Grace under pressure; adapt and roll up sleeves
• Positive collegial attitude and enthusiasm
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to bring new ideas and creative solutions

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight of trust vehicles, regulatory compliance, and fiduciary standards
• Support fund launches, structural changes, and product enhancements
• Serve as liaison across Portfolio Management, Legal, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Tax, and Client Group
• Oversee day-to-day operations including onboarding, cash flow activity, reporting, and service provider oversight
• Maintain control environment and support regulatory examinations and internal reviews

Skills

Asset management

Trust / fiduciary services

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Resilience under pressure

Positive attitude

Creative problem solving

Job description

Wellington Management in Boston, MA seeks a Trust Manager to oversee trust governance, regulatory compliance, and product development across Wellington Trust vehicles. The role coordinates with Legal, Compliance, Investments, and Operations to uphold fiduciary standards and drive strategic initiatives.

As a senior contributor, you will manage day-to-day trust and fund operations, monitor risk, and support fund launches while maintaining a strong governance framework and a culture of operational