Senior Trust Settlement Officer Job at Franklin Templeton, New York, NY

  • Franklin Templeton
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Fiduciary Trust International is a premier investment and wealth management firm with a commitment to growing and protecting wealth across generations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative approach to managing wealth for high-net-worth and ultra high-net-worth individuals and families, family offices, endowments, foundations, and institutions. Our investment managers, tax and estate planning professionals work together to develop holistic strategies to optimize clients’ portfolios while mitigating the impact of taxes on their wealth. As a fiduciary, the guidance we provide is in the best interests of our clients, without conflict or competing benefits. We offer boutique customization and deep expertise in specialized investment, tax and planning strategies alongside sophisticated technology and custody platforms.Fiduciary Trust International is owned by Franklin Templeton, a dynamic firm that spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents, you’ll get exposed to different cultures, people, and business development happening around the world.Sr. Trust Settlement Officer Fiduciary Trust International is hiring a Senior Trust Settlement Officer to join the New York office. The Senior Trust Settlement Officer administers and executes the full lifecycle of trust settlements following triggering events such as death, resignation, removal of trustee, or age-based terminations. The role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant distribution of trust assets in accordance with governing documents, fiduciary standards, and applicable laws, while coordinating closely with clients, internal partners and external stakeholders. The Senior officer will also supervise more junior team members.Core Responsibilities:Initiate and lead settlement process of irrevocable trusts upon triggering eventsCoordinate strategy meetings with relationship teamsReview and analyze trust agreements and related documents, account files, and imaging systems for all relevant provisions and historical contextDetermine appropriate method of settlement and identify and minimize risk consistent with policiesCommunicate directly with beneficiaries and interested parties concerning the settlement process and expectationsCoordinate settlement process with internal and external counselIdentify, value and liquidate trust assetsCoordinate with Tax team on federal and state income, estate, and fiduciary tax mattersEnsure compliance with jurisdictional requirements, internal policies, and fiduciary standardsFacilitate distributions and post-settlement activitiesPrepare and archive files in accordance with records management policiesQualifications:7+ years of experience in trust administration or fiduciary services with direct client interactionsStrong knowledge of trust and estate law, fiduciary accounting, and tax considerationsJD, CTFA or similar designation preferredStrong attention to detail and strong organizational skillsAbilitytomanagecomplex,multi-stepprocessesacrossmultipleaccountsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsProficientintrustaccountingsystemsLearn More: Click below to learn more about Fiduciary Trust –The Story of Fiduciary Trust InternationalCompensation: Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $155,000 - $170,000, depending on level of relevant experience, plus bonus.#LI-US#HybridExperience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton*Most benefits vary by location. Ask your recruiter about benefits in your country.Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment, due to a medical condition or disability, to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number of the position you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.Artificial intelligence or automated tools may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.Job SummaryJob number: 868896Profession: Investment Management

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