Trust Middle Office Specialist: Data & Client Service

Baird; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird is seeking a Trust Associate in the Middle Office to support Trust Administration with account openings and closings, asset movements, and cost adjustments. The role requires strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of finance to serve internal and external clients effectively.

You will assist with documentation, data collection, and reporting, ensuring accurate processing of transfers and fees while maintaining organized records and providing responsive service.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the financial industry and concepts.
• Proficiency with Excel for data gathering and reporting.
• Detail oriented with ability to work with large data sets accurately and quickly.
• Superior customer service to internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Support Trust Administration with account establishment and termination processes.
• Assist with cost basis research and data gathering for system cost basis.
• Oversee transfer of securities and cash internally and externally.
• Assist with fee processing from initial setup to final coding and payout.
• Organize and maintain account documentation and file original legal documents.
• Prepare reports and distribute data from multiple sources.
• Create distribution schedules using Excel for asset distribution in terminations.
• Provide proactive, friendly service to clients.

Skills

Excel

Financial knowledge

Detail oriented

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baird is seeking a Trust Associate in the Middle Office to support Trust Administration with account openings and closings, asset movements, and cost adjustments. The role requires strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of finance to serve internal and external clients effectively.

You will assist with documentation, data collection, and reporting, ensuring accurate processing of transfers and fees while maintaining organized records and providing responsive service.