Trust Relationship Officer
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
In compliance with applicable laws HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.
Our purpose Opening up a world of opportunity explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise capabilities breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. Were bringing together the people ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth helping to create a better world for our customers our people our investors our communities and the planet we all share.
The Trust Relationship Officer is responsible for providing high-quality trust and fiduciary services to Ultra and High Net Worth (UHNW/HNW) clients. The role supports the servicing and operational maintenance of trust and estate relationships and provides support to Trust Relationship Managers to ensure trust and company structures are administered in accordance with governing documents (e.g. Trust Deed Memorandum & Articles of Association or equivalent) applicable laws and regulations and internal policies and standards
As our Trust Relationship Officer you will:
- Support the ongoing service of UHNW/HNW trust and estate relationships responding to client requests and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed
- Provide operational support to Trust Relationship Managers on more complex trust and estate portfolios
- Deliver quality service to customers and beneficiaries by responding to written and telephone enquiries
- Partner with Trust Relationship Managers to forward committee-approved discretionary distributions to Operations for processing
- Prepare and maintain payment documentation ensuring completeness and the right approvals (customer co-fiduciary Trust Relationship Manager and/or committee)
- Maintain activity reports and files as requested; review for accuracy take corrective action where needed and prepare files for imaging
- Keep accurate activity records and assemble/complete/amend related documentation; contact customers to resolve documentation exceptions
- Assist with deposits distributions investigations and support Trust Relationship Managers with account openings and closings
- Monitor account portfolios; alert Trust Relationship Managers and customers about outstanding balances and anticipated cash needs (investments/asset purchases distributions expense payments); reconcile cash balances and prepare account status reports
Youll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science preferably
- Experience in trust/fiduciary administration and client servicing within a regulated financial services environment.
- Working knowledge of trust and company structures governing documentation and jurisdictional requirements relevant to the role.
- Strong understanding of due diligence KYC/AML and operational risk controls.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver accurate high-quality reporting.
- Strong communication skills and confidence in handling client queries and stakeholder coordination.
- Commercial awareness (pricing support identifying opportunities understanding client needs).
- Ability to coach/support administrators and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
As an HSBC employee you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBCs engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy a generous matching gift program and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. Youll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!
Your final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and several variables including but not limited to role responsibilities skill set depth of experience and education licensing/certification requirements internal relativity and specific work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age ancestry color race national origin ethnicity disability or medical condition genetic information military or veteran service religion creed sex gender pregnancy childbirth caregiver status marital status citizenship or immigration status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
HSBC Holdings plc is a British multinational investment bank and financial services holding company. It was the 7th largest bank in the world by 2018, and the largest in Europe, with total assets of US$2.558 trillion.