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We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Fiduciary to join our Wealth ... JD, CTFA or CFP strongly preferred; additional professional designations are a plus. * No direct ...

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Fiduciary to join our Wealth ... JD, CTFA or CFP strongly preferred; additional professional designations are a plus. * No direct ...

Fiduciary Solutions Specialist

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

Fiduciary Solutions Specialist Job ID 2026-15212 Job Locations US-AL-Birmingham Overview The ... Work Environment The Bank's professional working environment requires employees to communicate ...

Fiduciary Advisor II

Glenview, IL · On-site

$104K - $128K/yr

Analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations * Perform duties under frequent time pressures * The Fiduciary Advisor II ...

Fiduciary Advisor II

Glenview, IL · On-site

$104K - $128K/yr

Analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations * Perform duties under frequent time pressures * The Fiduciary Advisor II ...

Senior Fiduciary Officer

Denver, CO · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

Participates in community and professional organizations representing NT. Identifies opportunities to showcase NT expertise and thought leadership Knowledge: Broad knowledge of fiduciary and ...

Senior Fiduciary Officer

Denver, CO · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

Participates in community and professional organizations representing NT. Identifies opportunities ... of fiduciary and financial products and services, usually acquired through related work experience ...

Senior Fiduciary Officer

Denver, CO · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

Participates in community and professional organizations representing NT. Identifies opportunities ... of fiduciary and financial products and services, usually acquired through related work experience ...

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Fiduciary to join our Wealth ... JD, CTFA or CFP strongly preferred; additional professional designations are a plus. * No direct ...

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Fiduciary to join our Wealth ... JD, CTFA or CFP strongly preferred; additional professional designations are a plus. * No direct ...

Senior Fiduciary Advisor DEPARTMENT: 980 - Wealth Management/Trust JOB SUMMARY: The Senior ... Duties are performed in a professional office environment. SALARY & BENEFITS: The minimum salary ...

As a Fiduciary Advisor within PNC's Private Bank organization, you will be based in Wilmington, DE ... years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of ...

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Fiduciary Advisor

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$57K - $96K/yr

As a Fiduciary Advisor within PNC's Private Bank organization, you will be based in Wilmington, DE ... years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of ...

KPB Sr. Fiduciary Strategist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$116K - $150K/yr

Demonstrate community leadership through active participation on boards and professional organizations. * Responsible for engaging appropriate fiduciary partners to support administration or ...

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How much do professional fiduciary jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional fiduciary in the United States is $18.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professional fiduciary?

A Professional Fiduciary is a person or organization legally appointed to manage assets, finances, or care decisions on behalf of another individual, such as an elderly person, minor, or someone unable to manage their own affairs. They are bound by law to act in the best interests of their clients, maintaining high ethical standards and transparency. Professional Fiduciaries can serve as trustees, conservators, guardians, or agents under powers of attorney, and are often hired for their expertise and impartiality. They are regulated by state laws and may require specific licensing or certification depending on jurisdiction.

What is an example of a professional fiduciary job?

A professional fiduciary manages financial and personal affairs for clients who are unable to do so themselves, such as seniors or individuals with disabilities. Their duties include overseeing assets, making decisions in the client's best interest, and often require certification or licensing depending on the jurisdiction.

What is the difference between Professional Fiduciary vs Court Appointed Guardian?

AspectProfessional FiduciaryCourt Appointed Guardian
CredentialsVaries; often requires licensing or certificationTypically appointed by court; may require specific legal qualifications
Work EnvironmentPrivate practice, agencies, or independentCourthouse, client’s home, or care facilities
Employer & IndustryPrivate clients, estate planning, trustsLegal system, courts, and government agencies
Primary RoleManage financial and personal affairs for clientsMake legal decisions for individuals unable to do so

While both roles involve managing individuals' affairs, a Professional Fiduciary typically works privately or through agencies, handling financial and personal matters for clients. A Court Appointed Guardian is a court-sanctioned role, making legal decisions for individuals who cannot care for themselves. The key difference lies in appointment process, scope, and work environment.

What are some common challenges professional fiduciaries face when managing multiple clients’ assets and interests simultaneously?

Professional fiduciaries often juggle the responsibilities of managing assets, handling legal compliance, and addressing the unique needs of each client. One common challenge is balancing time and attention across various clients while ensuring that all decisions are in the best interest of each beneficiary. Fiduciaries must also stay current with changing regulations and maintain meticulous records to avoid conflicts of interest or legal issues. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential for successfully navigating these complex, multi-client environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional fiduciary?

To thrive as a Professional Fiduciary, you need a solid understanding of trust administration, estate planning, and relevant legal regulations, often demonstrated by a fiduciary license or certification. Familiarity with case management software, accounting systems, and compliance tools is typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, integrity, and strong communication are crucial soft skills for building trust and managing sensitive client relationships. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure ethical, transparent, and efficient management of clients' financial and personal affairs.

What does it take to become a professional fiduciary?

Becoming a professional fiduciary typically requires relevant education or experience in estate planning, trust administration, or caregiving, along with obtaining any required state licenses or certifications. Strong organizational, communication, and ethical skills are essential, and fiduciaries often need to pass background checks and adhere to legal and industry standards.
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Infographic showing various Professional Fiduciary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,198 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Asset & Wealth Management, Private Wealth Management, Goldman Sachs Trust Company, Estate Associa...

Goldman Sachs

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 171 rated banks


Job description

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

YOUR IMPACT

Are you a quick-thinking self-starter with a passion for estate settlement administration, the desire to work closely with fiduciary professionals, and the ability to think outside the box?  Our Estate Associates support all aspects of our estate settlement services business from an operational and account administration standpoint.  We are seeking professionals who have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, strong communication skills, and client service are essential to supporting estate administration and enhancing our business.

OUR IMPACT 

Wealth Management

Across Wealth Management, Goldman Sachs helps empower clients and customers around the world to reach their financial goals. Our advisor-led wealth management businesses provide financial planning, investment management, banking, and comprehensive advice to a wide range of clients, including ultra-high net worth and high net worth individuals, as well as family offices, foundations and endowments, and corporations and their employees. Our consumer business provides digital solutions for customers to better spend, borrow, invest, and save. Across Wealth Management, our growth is driven by a relentless focus on our people, our clients and customers, and leading-edge technology, data, and design. 

Private Wealth Management (PWM)

Goldman Sachs Private Wealth Management (PWM) specializes in creating comprehensive wealth management plans for high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as select institutions, including foundations and endowments. PWM Teams work one-on-one with clients to advise and deliver customized strategies drawn from our deep investment experience, diverse wealth management capabilities and global reach. Our Private Wealth Advisors (PWAs) deliver an unparalleled investment platform inclusive of the full product and service offerings of Goldman Sachs and beyond, which may include tax and estate planning, philanthropic planning and private banking and lending services. As client needs evolve, this close relationship allows the team to offer complementary services and new opportunities by leveraging the resources of Goldman Sachs and beyond.

The Goldman Sachs Trust Company (GSTC)

An essential component of Goldman Sachs' private wealth management offering, The Goldman Sachs Trust Company, N.A. (GSTC) is a limited-purpose national bank providing world-class trust, estate and charitable administration services to ultra-high-net-worth clients across the United States.  GSTC leverages the global resources of Goldman Sachs to deliver integrated fiduciary management and administration, as well as comprehensive best-in-class investment management.  Our Estate Settlement Services team is dedicated to administering estates efficiently, thoughtfully, and in coordination with fiduciary professionals, PWAs, outside counsel, tax advisors, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders while observing our responsibilities as an independent, professional fiduciary.

Based in our New York City office, a GSTC Estate Associate (EA) provides direct support for estate settlement administration, including account administration, coordination of estate-related activity, and management of the operational experience for estates and related stakeholders.

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL 

  • Support the Estate Settlement Services team with the administration, operation, maintenance, and monitoring of estate accounts
  • Administer estate cash management functions, including receipts, disbursements, journals, checks, and wires
  • Coordinate preparation of estate tax payments, fiduciary income tax payments, and related tax filings
  • Support estate account oversight activities to comply with fiduciary, operational, and regulatory requirements
  • Reconcile and verify estate account activity, asset values, distributions, and historical data as needed
  • Coordinate estate-related account implementation, asset transfers, and funding activity
  • Support projects related to estate settlement workflows, process improvements, and team strategic planning
  • Serve as a key liaison to PWAs, fiduciary professionals, outside counsel, tax advisors, and other areas supporting the estate settlement process
  • Assist with estate onboarding, including documentation, account opening, asset inventory, and funding activity
  • Participate in efforts to improve efficiencies within the Estate Settlement Services business

WHERE WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

GSTC has a national practice, working with PWAs based in the following locations in the United States: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Miami (Florida and Latin America coverage), Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington, D.C. and West Palm Beach

QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and think clearly under pressure
  • Strong interest in client service
  • Self-motivated and able to work in an autonomous, yet collaborative environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to excellence and a high level of integrity 
  • Strong knowledge of estates practice area, including probate and tax matters
  • Paralegal experience in estate administration and/or experience on an estate administration team at a wealth management firm is a plus

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit to our people, capital, and ideas to help our clients, shareholders, and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. Headquarters in New York, we maintain offices around the world. 

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We are committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. 

We are committed to finding reasonable accommodation for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruitment process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2026. All rights reserved.

Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Benefits 
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.

Salary Range
The expected base salary for this New York, NY, United States-based position is $85000-$160000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.


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At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1869