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Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ...
Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ...
Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ...
Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ...
Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ...
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CTFA preferred or working towards a CTFA
Professional designation (CTFA, CFP, CPA, or JD) preferred * Strong knowledge of fiduciary regulations and trust operations * Proven relationship management and business development skills
Professional designation (CTFA, CFP, CPA, or JD) preferred * Strong knowledge of fiduciary regulations and trust operations * Proven relationship management and business development skills
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Licensing and Certifications CTFA or JD preferred, Notary license may need to be obtained. * Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree. * Extensive knowledge of personal trust ...
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... • CTFA (Certified Trust and Financial Advisor) or Ability to attain Certified Trust and Financial Advisor certification (CTFA) within one year of employment required. • Strong interpersonal ...
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What are the main responsibilities of a Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) on a day-to-day basis?
A CTFA is responsible for managing client trusts, estates, and investment accounts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Daily tasks often include meeting with clients to discuss financial goals, preparing reports, coordinating with attorneys and tax professionals, and executing complex asset transfers. You may also help design estate plans, address beneficiary questions, and review investment performance. The role provides a balance of client interaction, strategic planning, and attention to legal details, working closely with other members of the wealth management team to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
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A Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) is a financial professional who specializes in trust administration, estate planning, investment management, and fiduciary responsibilities. They typically work in banks, trust companies, or financial institutions, helping clients manage assets, plan for wealth transfer, and ensure legal compliance. Earning the CTFA designation requires relevant work experience and passing an exam administered by the American Bankers Association (ABA).
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Private Wealth Management Trust Advisor - JD, CTFA, CPA
Regions Financial CorporationMontgomery, AL • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 3 days ago
Regions Bank rating
8.0
Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
54th of 141 rated banks
Job description
Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions' Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description:
At Regions, the Private Wealth Management Trust Advisor is responsible for the acquisition of Personal Trust, Estate, Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and Investment Management client relationships. This role is responsible for prospecting, developing internal and external business networks for the purposes of generating new business opportunities, and participating in sales presentations. In addition to client acquisition, this role is responsible for retaining and providing advisory services and support to existing client relationships. This role is also responsible for the complete administration of each account assigned. The Trust Support Administrator is in initial deployment beginning with administrative reviews, and more administrative tasks will be added over the next 18 months.
Primary Responsibilities
- Performs perpetual discovery, assessing a client's financial situation to retain and grow client relationships
- Generates new business opportunities including development of next generation
- Provides guidance and solutions for the development and on-going maintenance of investment allocations, goals and objectives; typically responsible for smaller and/or less complex client relationships
- Keeps abreast of trends and developments in the trust and investment management industry to ensure prudent administration and investment management
- Partners with the Trust Administrator and the Trust Specialist to oversee the set-up, implementation, and administration of trusts, estates, IRAs, Investment Management Accounts (IMAs), and custody accounts
- Ensures that account administration complies with fiduciary principles
- Coordinates client service activities with other wealth management partners
- Acts independently, using judgment while developing knowledge to understand the function and its policies, procedures, compliance, and legal requirements
- May receive guidance from senior trust advisors and fiduciary support managers on more complex accounts or products
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
This position is incentive eligible.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field
- Five (5) years of Trust Administration, Estate/Tax Law, Financial Planning, or relevant experience including direct client interaction to deliver fiduciary services (financial, tax, philanthropic and estate planning and advice, legal, insurance, real estate, asset management, trusts, estates, wills, IRAs, qualified retirement plans, or custody services)
- Demonstrated knowledge of fiduciary products and services, including legal, tax and regulatory requirements applicable to fiduciary relationships and the administration of trust accounts
Preferences
- Advanced degree (e.g., Juris Doctorate (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Taxation)
- Professional Certification(s) to include Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) or Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS)
Skills and Competencies
- Ability to interpret and present complex topics in a concise and effective manner
- Ability to manage multiple goals and deadlines simultaneously
- Demonstrated confidence in delivering and explaining solutions with a high degree of influence
- Excellent presentation and sales abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$86,195.78 USD
Median:
$117,629.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in a formulaic incentive plan. Employees have the potential to earn incentives based on performance against defined metrics and goals.Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Disability Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions' benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.
https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits
Location Details
Montgomery Monroe Street Main
Location:
Montgomery, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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Industry
Finance and insurance
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Birmingham, AL, US
Year founded
1971