Trust Manager: Client & Governance Leader

Plante Moran; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Time Off

Pension plan

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Plante Moran is seeking a Personal Trust Administrator to manage irrevocable and charitable trusts, agency accounts, ILITs, and estates. You will participate in Trust Admin and Investment Committee oversight and maintain ongoing client relationships with grantors, beneficiaries, and advisors.

The role requires 4–6 years in trust or financial planning, a Bachelor’s in Business, and preferred JD/CTFA or CFP/CPA credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business (Finance, Accounting, or Economics) required.
• 4–6 years of experience in Personal Trust Account Administration, financial planning, investments or estate planning required.
• JD and/or CTFA preferred; CFP or CPA also preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, agency accounts, ILITs, and estates with oversight and fiduciary duties.
• Prepare and review materials for Trust Administration and Trust Investment Committees for governance.
• Maintain regular contact with grantors, beneficiaries, and advisors to discuss trust issues.
• Lead and mentor staff; coordinate holistic services and staff development.
• Integrate investment, estate, tax, and financial planning knowledge for clients.
• Build client relationships with empathy, managing family dynamics sensitively.
• Support practice development and client expansion through referrals and meetings.
• Contribute to internal initiatives and project work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Effective communication

Financial services knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business (Finance/Accounting/Economics)

JD/CTFA or CFP/CPA preferred

Job description

Plante Moran is seeking a Personal Trust Administrator to manage irrevocable and charitable trusts, agency accounts, ILITs, and estates. You will participate in Trust Admin and Investment Committee oversight and maintain ongoing client relationships with grantors, beneficiaries, and advisors.

The role requires 4–6 years in trust or financial planning, a Bachelor’s in Business, and preferred JD/CTFA or CFP/CPA credentials.