Fiduciary Trust International is a premier investment and wealth management firm with a commitment to growing and protecting wealth across generations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative approach to managing wealth for high-net-worth and ultra high-net-worth individuals and families, family offices, endowments, foundations, and institutions. Unlike other firms, our investment managers, tax and estate planning professionals work together to develop holistic strategies to optimize clients’ portfolios while mitigating the impact of taxes on their wealth. As a fiduciary, the guidance we provide is always in the best interests of our clients, without conflict or competing benefits. We offer boutique customization and deep expertise in specialized investment, tax and planning strategies alongside sophisticated technology and custody platforms.

Fiduciary Trust International is owned by Franklin Templeton, a diversified firm that spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents, you’ll get exposed to different cultures, people, and business development happening around the world.

Fiduciary Trust International is a wealth management firm founded in 1931 by families for families, with a singular focus on growing and protecting our clients’ wealth through generations. We work closely with individuals, families and foundations to build and manage personalized investment portfolios, and to develop estate plans that extend wealth to future generations.  And, we are part of Franklin Templeton, one of the largest investment firms in the world. That means we can combine a personalized experience with access to sophisticated research and investment solutions.

Position Summary: 

Our Radnor, PA office, approximately 30 minutes outside of Philadelphia, is hiring a Relationship Associate, or more commonly referred to as a Trust Administrator, to join our office of approximately 50 investment and trust professionals. The Associate will provide daily support to our internal Trust Officers and interact with clients on a regular basis, managing ongoing client deliverables. 

Associates have an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience related to investment management, trust and estate services, and client service. The Associate’s responsibilities will grow as their knowledge and skills progress, providing the opportunity to handle more sophisticated client needs and to develop the Associate’s career within Fiduciary Trust.  

What are the primary responsibilities of a Relationship Associate / Trust Administrator? 

Works with Trust Officers and Portfolio Managers on family relationships (clients), including account administration, preparing wealth projections, account reviews, preparation of PowerPoint presentations for client meetings, and may include attending client meetings.

Reviews trust documents and ensures all transactions are in compliance with the trust agreement and state laws.

Works closely with our Trust Officers to establish and maintain client contact. While working with the Trust Officer, acts as a key point of contact for clients and intermediaries with accountants, attorneys, and other advisors.

Initiates wire transfers, discretionary principal payments, currency transactions, bill paying, and gifts & other wealth transfers.

Coordinates trust terminations and account closings in coordination with our Trust Counsel and Tax Department.

New Account Openings: Reviews account openings with Trust Officer to determine proper administration of account, state law requirements, beneficiaries, tax situs, fee analysis, and similar new account responsibilities.

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

Education & Experience:  

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

2-5 years’ experience in financial services with client-facing experience preferred

Trust Administration background and knowledge highly preferred; ability to review and interpret trust language a plus. Trust Associates, Trust Administrators, and Trust Administrative Officers are encouraged to apply

Trust school (Cannon Trust School ) or CTFA a plus

Paralegal certificate or paralegal background helpful, but not required

Desire to learn and grow within the client service model 

Knowledge of industry desired

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines 

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while balancing the needs of the client

Effective interpersonal skills and relationship building skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle client account information with discretion

Ability to work in our Radnor, PA office three days per week (on-site, hybrid work schedule)

Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $70,000 - $82,000.

Learn more about FTI: Explore our career site and the link below to learn about our culture and what it’s like to work at FTI: The Story of Fiduciary Trust International

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