Senior UHNW Trust & Fiduciary Advisor

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago seeks a Senior Trust/Fiduciary Advisor to manage complex wealth relationships and deliver fiduciary services. You will lead client conversations, advise on fiduciary and investment solutions, and coordinate with clients’ advisors to meet goals.

The role emphasizes depth in fiduciary duties, estate planning, and compliance, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and risk management for sophisticated clients.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience as a relationship manager in trust administration, estate administration, or related fields.
• Experience working with high net worth (HNW) and ultra-high net worth (UHNW) clients preferred.
• Knowledge of fiduciary standards, laws, and regulations; strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead client conversations for life-driven wealth management.
• Provide proactive fiduciary advisory and solutions for clients.
• Coordinate with client’s professional advisors and NT resources.
• Mentor and guide junior partners and staff.

Skills

Relationship management

Fiduciary knowledge

Estate planning

High-net-worth client service

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CFP/CPWA (desired)

Job description

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago seeks a Senior Trust/Fiduciary Advisor to manage complex wealth relationships and deliver fiduciary services. You will lead client conversations, advise on fiduciary and investment solutions, and coordinate with clients’ advisors to meet goals.

The role emphasizes depth in fiduciary duties, estate planning, and compliance, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and risk management for sophisticated clients.