Senior Trust Officer

Blackhawk Bank & Trust; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhawk Bank & Trust is seeking a Senior Trust Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversee the Trust Department in the Quad Cities region.

You will lead trust administration, asset management, and fiduciary services, serving high-net-worth clients while mentoring staff and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role focuses on client service, legacy planning, and growth of trust services for the bank and community.

Qualifications

• Extensive trust administration experience.
• Strong leadership skills and team development.
• Passion for delivering exceptional client service and legacy planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead trust administration, asset management, and fiduciary services.
• Serve as Trust Officer for complex and high-net-worth relationships.
• Mentor and develop Trust Officers and staff.
• Ensure compliance with fiduciary, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Build relationships with beneficiaries, attorneys, CPAs, and community partners.
• Support growth of Trust services through business development.

Skills

Trust leadership

Relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Strategic leadership

Job description

At Blackhawk Bank & Trust, we have proudly served our communities for more than 65 years as a locally owned community bank focused on building lasting relationships, delivering exceptional service, and supporting the growth and well-being of the people and businesses we serve. Our commitment to local decision-making and personalized financial solutions has made us a trusted partner throughout the Quad Cities region.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Trust Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversight of our Trust Department.

In this key leadership role, you will:

• Lead trust administration, asset management, and fiduciary services
• Serve as the Trust Officer for complex and high-net-worth relationships
• Mentor and develop Trust Officers and support staff
• Ensure compliance with fiduciary, regulatory, and operational standards
• Build strong relationships with beneficiaries, attorneys, CPAs, and community partners
• Support business development and the continued growth of our Trust services.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive trust administration experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service while helping clients achieve their long-term financial and legacy goals.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact with a respected community-focused bank, we'd love to hear from you.