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Old North State Trust, a Greensboro, NC-based financial services firm specializing in investment management, trust administration, and estate services, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of ...

Agency Accounts (Custodial and Investment Management) * Probate Estates * Conservatorships ... Trust Staff Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive ...

Trust Officer

Sioux Falls, SD ยท On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

We are seeking a dedicated Trust Officer to join our growing team and manage a portfolio of trusts with professionalism, empathy, and precision . Compensation & Benefits * Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 ...

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial ... Major Duties :1. Manages assigned account base of wealth management clients by working with clients ...

Senior Wealth & Trust Advisor

Walla Walla, WA ยท On-site

$107K - $166K/yr

We are trusted financial advisors, serving the Walla Walla Valley, Kennewick, and Yakima communities, providing wealth management as well as personal and business banking services. What We Offer:

Trust Officer

Milwaukee, WI ยท On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Trust Officer - Wealth Responsible for the day-to-day management and administration for a wide variety of Wealth Management trust accounts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations ...

Old North State Trust, a Greensboro, NC-based financial services firm specializing in investment management, trust administration, and estate services, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of ...

Job Summary The Senior Trust Manager is responsible for working for the Trust Leader and managing the day-to-day administration of Trust Officers and Senior Trust Officers. This person's focus will ...

Our longstanding Regional Bank is seeking a Regional Wealth Management Leader, a Trust Officer Manager, to oversee profitability, compliance, strategy, and growth for its Trust and Wealth Management ...

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How much do trust management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for trust management in the United States is $124,835.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is trust management?

Trust Management refers to the professional administration of assets or property held in a trust on behalf of beneficiaries. Trust managers are responsible for ensuring that the trust is managed according to its terms and relevant legal requirements, including investing assets, distributing income or principal, and handling tax obligations. This role is commonly found in financial institutions, law firms, and specialized trust companies. Trust management helps protect and grow assets for individuals, families, or organizations, often serving both estate planning and wealth management purposes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in trust management, and why are they important?

To thrive in Trust Management, you need strong knowledge of estate planning, fiduciary responsibilities, and financial regulations, often supported by a degree in finance, law, or accounting and relevant certifications such as CTFA (Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor). Familiarity with trust accounting software, portfolio management systems, and compliance tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, discretion, and problem-solving skills set professionals apart in this field. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the proper administration of trusts, maintaining client confidence, and navigating complex legal and financial scenarios.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in trust management, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Trust Management often encounter challenges such as balancing the interests of multiple beneficiaries, staying current with changing trust laws and regulations, and managing complex asset portfolios. Effective communication with clients and beneficiaries is key to resolving conflicts and misunderstandings. Staying up-to-date through continuing education and collaborating closely with legal and tax advisors can help ensure compliance and optimal trust performance.

What is the difference between Trust Management vs Trust Accounting?

AspectTrust ManagementTrust Accounting
Primary FocusOverseeing and managing trust assets and client relationshipsRecording, reporting, and reconciling trust financial transactions
Required CredentialsCertifications like Trust Management Certification, relevant legal or financial credentialsAccounting certifications such as CPA, Trust Accounting certifications
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, financial institutions, trust companiesAccounting firms, financial institutions, trust departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by trust officers, financial advisors, estate plannersUsed by trust accountants, financial auditors, trust administrators

Trust Management involves overseeing trust assets and maintaining client relationships, while Trust Accounting focuses on accurately recording and reporting financial transactions within trusts. Both roles often require financial or legal credentials and are essential in trust-related industries, but they serve different functions within trust services.

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Infographic showing various Trust Management job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,835 per year, or $60 per hour.

Trust Officer

Lexington, NC โ€ข On-site

Old North State Trust
Finance and Insuranceย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Administers personal trusts, guardianships, and other fiduciary accounts per terms of governing documents.

  • Partners with external advisors regarding tax, legal, and other fiduciary matters.

  • Promotes and sells trust services to new and existing customers, maintaining and developing client relationships.


Job description

If you would like to work for a growing company that has an affirming culture supported by its published core values, invests liberally in employee learning and development, has fun employee meetings, outings and employee recognition programs, supports local non-profits and community service activities, is a great group of people to interact with every day, and has competitive pay and outstanding benefits... Old North State Trust may be the right place for you. 


Old North State Trust, a Greensboro, NC–based financial services firm specializing in investment management, trust administration, and estate services, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Trust Officer. This position may be based in any of the following locations:

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Mooresville, NC
  • Lexington, NC
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Greenville, NC


SUMMARY

The Trust Officer provides expertise and communication in trust and estate issues. This position

works as a liaison between trust clients and various related agencies or advisors. Specific tasks

include interpreting legal documents, reviewing client relationships, monitoring funds, reporting

to management, and completing various forms of paperwork.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be

assigned.

  • Responsible for administration, management and servicing of assigned fiduciary and
  • investment management accounts
  • Administers personal trusts, guardianships and other fiduciary accounts per terms of
  • governing document
  • Partners with external advisors regarding tax, legal and other fiduciary matters
  • Consults with attorneys regarding legal needs and interpretation of trust documents, wills
  • and other legally prepared materials
  • Promotes and sells trust services to new and existing customers; maintaining our current
  • client relationships and developing new client relationships in the areas of investment
  • management trust administration estate and retirement planning and retirement benefit
  • plans
  • Proactively delivers and provide oversight of all estate settlement processes make postmortem
  • elections and work closely with Operations Supervisor in the preparation of
  • estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary tax returns, and accountings for trusts and
  • estates
  • Provides consultation on financial and wealth management matters


QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Possesses strong business development skills
  • Has significant knowledge of fiduciary duties and trust administration
  • Has a bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance, business administration or hold an MBA
  • in Trust and Wealth Management. CTFA designation is preferred.
  • Possesses a working knowledge of financial services industry trends, directions, major
  • issues, regulatory considerations and trendsetters.
  • Has demonstrated success working with teams.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

  • Ability to hear and communicate verbally
  • Ability to see and read printed materials and computer monitors
  • Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard
  • Ability to sit for long periods


WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • This position primarily works in a temperature controlled office environment.
  • The noise level is low. Hearing protection is typically not required.


WORK HOURS

  • The work hours for this position vary.
  • Overtime and weekend work may be required during busy periods.


DRESS CODE

  • Business casual attire appropriate for a business setting