Sr. Relationship Advisor

Northern Trust Corp; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 189,290 - 331,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement benefits (401k and pension)

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp based in Menlo Park is seeking a Sr. Relationship Advisor to manage a portfolio of sophisticated wealth management clients. The ideal candidate should possess extensive fiduciary knowledge and a proven track record in trust administration or estate planning.

This position involves providing proactive financial advice, maintaining exceptional client relationships, and cultivating new business opportunities through engagement with referral sources.

A comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans and health benefits will be provided.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years’ experience as a relationship manager or attorney in trust administration, estate administration, or estate planning.
• Extensive knowledge of fiduciary and financial products and services required to manage client accounts.
• Specific experience with fiduciary accounts and issues to service complex relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned account base of sophisticated wealth management clients.
• Provide proactive advice to clients on Northern Trust’s products/services.
• Cultivate relationships with referral sources and professional advisors.

Skills

Fiduciary knowledge

Problem solving

Negotiating

Sales

Leadership

Education

College or university degree

JD or similar credential preferred

Job description

## Sr. Relationship AdvisorApplylocations: Menlo Park, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R155351**About Northern Trust** As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Major Duties :1. Manages assigned account base of sophisticated wealth management clients by working with client service team, clients and their professional advisors to develop a thorough understanding of the client’s needs and goals. Exhibits thorough knowledge of governing documents and account agreements. Exhibits mastery of fiduciary duties, applicable laws and oversight, including trust and tax law, estate planning techniques, financial planning, asset management and prudent investment principles 2. Primarily responsible for leading client conversations for goals driven wealth management and holistic advice. Provides proactive advice to clients on NT’s products/services, emerging issues, regulatory/tax changes, and appropriate actions for the client. Combines technical knowledge with fact finding and analysis to develop advice-driven solutions for clients. Explains complicated concepts to clients in a thoughtful way using non-technical terminology 3. Maintains extensive knowledge of various NT resources and utilizes fiduciary knowledge, experience, and NT resources to identify opportunities for relationship enhancement 4. Focused client service with responsiveness, diplomacy and tact; proactive client contact through written and verbal communication with suitable frequency. Exhibits excellent time management skills 5. Builds and maintains extensive knowledge of NT fiduciary standards and practices, applying fiduciary knowledge and judgment to complex fiduciary relationships. Understands and complies with internal policies, processes and procedures to effect prudent risk management and judgment. Recognizes fiduciary risk issues and seeks appropriate resolution 6. Cultivates relationships with referral sources and external professional advisors to build the business; identifies and develops new business opportunities. Participates in community and professional organizations representing NT. Identifies opportunities to showcase NT expertise and thought leadership 7. Travels to meet with clients where appropriate considering revenue, new business opportunities, or servicing requirements 8. Teaches and mentors less experienced partners. Advises Relationship Advisors on fiduciary issues and serves as subject matter expert on fiduciary relationships managed by Relationship Advisors. Provides leadership on fiduciary projects and committees 9. Seeks continued development of fiduciary and advisory skills through training and experience 10. Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions 11. Eligible to serve as LRM for all relationships. Knowledge :• Extensive knowledge of fiduciary and financial products and services, usually acquired through related work experience, is required to manage client accounts • Specific experience with fiduciary accounts and issues required to service complex relationships. Technical knowledge of investments, tax, legal, and operations usually acquired through formal education or related experience is required to service clients • Extensive knowledge of fiduciary standards, principles, and applicable laws and regulations usually acquired through training, seminars, or law school is required to administer accounts. • Skills in negotiating, problem solving, delegating, leadership, and sales are necessary to service the client relationship • Leadership and organizational skills are required to determine the Business Unit's goals • Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Experience :• College or university degree &/or relevant proven work experience required. JD or similar credential strongly preferred. • 12-15 years’ experience as a relationship manager or attorney in trust administration, estate administration, estate planning, or related fields.Salary Range:$189,290 - 331,200 USD*Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.* **Work Authorization** Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).