Senior Trust Manager
A leading provider of trust services in Singapore is seeking a Senior Trust Manager who is passionate about delivering exceptional value and service to clients. This is an outstanding opportunity for you to leverage your extensive experience in trust administration, people management, and client relationship building within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
What you'll do:
As a Senior Trust Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the comprehensive administration of complex trust portfolios.
- Oversee a diverse portfolio of trust accounts, ensuring all activities comply with trust documents, legal requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for trust clients by providing transparent communication, addressing inquiries promptly, and fostering strong relationships built on trust and reliability.
- Supervise the daily administration of assigned trust accounts, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping and timely execution of all administrative tasks.
- Conduct regular reviews of trust portfolios to ensure proper administration practices are followed and proactively identify any potential risks or areas for improvement.
- Draft and review trustee minutes, resolutions, and other trust-related documents with meticulous attention to detail to uphold compliance standards.
- Collaborate closely with professional advisors, investment managers, and banking partners to manage the assets held within trusts and foundations effectively.
- Mentor and guide junior trust administrators by sharing knowledge, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their professional development within the team.
- Assist the Head of Department in implementing best practices across the department while contributing to strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery.
- Manage debtor accounts efficiently while maintaining up-to-date client data systems to ensure seamless operations across all touchpoints.
What you bring:
The ideal Senior Trust Manager brings a wealth of practical experience gained through years spent managing complex trust structures within regulated environments.
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, finance, accounting or another relevant field provides a solid academic foundation for this role.
- 8 years of experience in trust administration with proven supervisory or people management responsibilities demonstrates your depth of knowledge.
- Comprehensive understanding of relevant laws governing trusts—including estate planning regulations, taxation matters, and fiduciary obligations—is essential for success.
- Exceptional analytical abilities enable you to assess complex situations accurately while maintaining meticulous attention to detail throughout all processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills allow you to convey information clearly when interacting with clients or preparing documentation.
- Strong interpersonal skills foster positive relationships both internally within teams and externally with clients or professional partners.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information discreetly while upholding high ethical standards ensures client data protection at all times.
- STEP qualification is considered an advantage as it reflects advanced expertise within the field of trusts.
- A client-focused mindset drives your commitment to delivering outstanding service tailored to individual needs every time.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as a trusted leader in Singapore’s financial services sector by prioritising both employee wellbeing and client satisfaction.
What's next:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as a Senior Trust Manager within an inclusive environment that values expertise and compassion equally—this is your moment!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to connecting with talented professionals who share our passion for exceptional service.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R25132560 Madiha Binti Md Ridza
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Banking & Financial Services
Focus: Custody & Trust
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Singapore River
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: YMPEO6-4B02594C
Date posted: 24 March 2026
Consultant: Madiha MdRidza (R25132560)
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