Trust Associate

D.A. Davidson • Seattle, WA

3d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide trust administration and research support to Trust & Fiduciary Advisors on the D.A. Davidson Trust Company team. Perform various administrative duties, foster quality client relationships and support relationships with Financial Professionals of the D.A. Davidson & Co. This position may support one Trust & Fiduciary Advisor or a group of Trust & Fiduciary Advisors.

Requirements

• High School diploma and/or equivalent work experience; Associate or Bachelor’s Degree a plus
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written
• Proven analytical ability and detail orientation with ability to manage client and firm priorities
• Strong computer skills, currently Microsoft Suite of products and ability to learn proprietary bank platforms and software
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance; ability to work overtime if needed

Responsibilities

• Support Trust & Fiduciary Advisor(s) in the delivery of trust services. This includes facilitating all transactional activity in the account and directing disbursement of funds according to the governing document and/or court order. Ensure that the investment objectives defined in the governing document are met. Proactively identify issues and take preventative action.
• Review and maintain daily reports and other periodic forms; monitor and identify overdrafts; resolve and follow through to completion.
• Work with Trust & Fiduciary Advisors to support the opening and closing of accounts through D.A. Davidson Trust Company’s established account opening and closing processes; ensure these actions are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Allocate, coordinate and monitor account investments with the assigned investment manager to ensure adherence to the terms of the account and in keeping with fiduciary responsibilities.
• Adherence to all risk management related duties including supporting the completion of annual administrative and investment reviews, overseeing the retention and proper filing of client documentation and active participation in internal/external audits.
• Comply with all policies related to the management of unique assets held within assigned accounts.
• Provide back up support to Trust Associates and Trust & Fiduciary Advisors when they are away from the office.
• Perform any other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company 401(k)and ESOP contribution
• Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
• Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles
• Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED