Senior Trust Officer

Zedra Trust Company (SD) Limited

Position Description

Zedra Trust Company, (SD) Limited is currently seeking qualified candidates to serve as a Senior Trust Officer in its Sioux Falls, SD office.  The Senior Trust Officer must have excellent communication and organization skills that will allow them to effectively communicate and interact with clients, colleagues and the general public.  A Juris Doctorate or Accounting degree is also preferred but not required.  Zedra Trust Company, South Dakota will offer a competitive salary, an attractive benefits package as well as professional training and growth opportunities to the selected applicant.

Qualified applicants will:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Juris Doctorate or Accounting degree is preferred but not required
• Have a minimum of five years of prior trust administration experience
• Have a comprehensive understanding of South Dakota trust and fiduciary laws
• Is able to work independently and exercise prudent judgment
• Experience in administering trusts on behalf of non-US clients
• Possess CTFA, CFIRS or other relevant professional certification

Responsibilities will include:

• Administer a book of assigned trust accounts
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to trust administration
• Coordinate with tax professionals and attorneys during the onboarding and ongoing administration of new trust accounts
• Lead, train and mentor junior trust officers
• Maintain and Enhance company policies, procedures and operating guidance
• Participate in industry professional organizations
• Coordinate with affiliated offices for business development and marketing purposes
• Oversee tax compliance, billing, and account reporting for assigned accounts
• Interact with clients and beneficiaries to process trust transactions
• Additional duties as may be assigned
• Occasional travel may be required

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to ZedraSDInfo@zedra.com