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Lead with Excellence. Build trusted relationships. Shape longterm financial outcomes.

At Hickory Point Bank & Trust, our Trust and Wealth Management team plays a critical role in helping clients protect, manage, and grow their assets across generations. As an Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Trust and Wealth Management, you will serve as a trusted advisor while overseeing the administration and investment management of fiduciary and wealth management relationships.

This is an opportunity to apply sound judgment, fiduciary expertise, and investment discipline while contributing to the growth and longterm success of our Trust and Wealth Management Department. In addition to managing a portfolio of fiduciary and wealth management accounts, the AVP partners closely with internal teams and supports business development efforts in the Decatur market.

If you are energized by relationship management, fiduciary responsibility, and making a meaningful impact within a community bank, this role offers both responsibility and professional growth.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee trust administration with a strong focus on compliance and risk management
• Assist with policy and procedure review and updates to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
• Assist divisional leadership with Board and committee reporting as requested
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory examinations (FDIC, IDFPR)
• Prepare court accountings and related documentation for courtsupervised accounts
• Assist with annual fiduciary income tax reporting and filing
• Complete Regulation 9 annual reviews
• Act as discretionary investment manager for assigned accounts in accordance with client objectives, governing documents, and bank policy
• Identify, cultivate, and develop new trust and wealth management relationships
• Assist with departmental initiatives and projects as needed to support client service and operational excellence
• Participate on the Bank’s Trust Administrative Committee and Trust Investment Committee
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Bank’s continued success

What success looks like

• Wellmanaged fiduciary accounts that align with governing documents, client objectives, and Bank policy
• Strong regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and risk management
• Trusted client relationships built on professionalism, integrity, and service
• Consistent contribution to department growth and referral activity
• Effective collaboration with internal partners and the trust operations team

We are seeking candidates who bring:

• Advanced knowledge of fiduciary administration, trust operations, and investment management
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, risk management, and fiduciary best practices
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex trust documents, wills, and court orders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadlinedriven environment
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
• Serviceoriented mindset with demonstrated relationshipbuilding and business development skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in trust administration and/or wealth management
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; completion of trust school and/or relevant industry certifications or designations strongly preferred
• Legal background or significant experience working with fiduciary legal documentation preferred
• Prior banking or financial services experience preferred
• Experience with trust accounting, portfolio management, and fiduciary software platforms preferred

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities
• Strong internal partnerships and collaborative culture
• Robust benefits package
• Communitycentered organization with longterm stability

Equal Opportunities Statement

Hickory Point Bank & Trust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary Disclaimer

The salary range provided represents the anticipated starting pay for this position. Individual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, role requirements and responsibilities, related experience, education, qualifications, and internal equity. 

Benefit Package

Benefits available for part-time positions include Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time, Bereavement Time, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Retirement Plan.