Senior Associate, Trust Real Estate - Wealth Management

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Associate, Trust Real Estate - Wealth Management to join our team. This role can be located in Philadelphia, PA or Boston, MA.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Administer a diverse, nationwide portfolio of specialty assets held in fiduciary accounts, including commercial and residential real estate, mineral interests, tangible assets, and mortgage-related assets. The role applies disciplined, asset-specific management strategies within regulatory and policy frameworks, collaborates across internal and external stakeholders, and delivers client-centered outcomes that drive growth, retention, and risk‑aware performance
• Ensure full compliance with Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regulations and BNY policy guidelines, lead end-to-end oversight of specialty assets, complete Regulation 9 reviews, annual inspections, monitor valuation, performance tracking, documentation, and execution of asset strategies.
• Implement asset strategies consistent with investment policies, fiduciary standards, and client objectives. Monitor market trends and regulatory changes; adjust tactics to optimize performance within risk and compliance frameworks.
• Manage and evaluate capital projects, hold/sell decisions, and monetize opportunities to support client goals. Monitor asset-level dynamics, cash flows, and market conditions. 
• Collaborate with clients, trust counsel, third-party affiliates, and internal partners, Wealth Managers, Investment Managers, Legal, and Risk & Compliance, to deliver coordinated, high-quality outcomes.
• Meet with high-net-worth clients to understand their asset strategies and real estate investment objectives, risk tolerance, and long-term goals. Discuss current market conditions; implement investment strategies for complex assets aligned with client goals, risk tolerance, policies, and applicable regulations.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Present clear, actionable recommendations; translate complex asset considerations into client-friendly insights; coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and advance objectives.
• Growth & Retention: Strengthen relationships, increase share of wallet, and support new business development by delivering trusted advice and responsive service.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required; MBA and/or CFA preferred
• 3-5 years prior financial/investment experience
• Strong analytical and research skills related to portfolio management
• Experience working with domestic and international investment portfolios
• No direct people leadership responsibilities
• Experience managing specialty assets within fiduciary, trust, or wealth management environments; knowledge of real estate, mineral interests, tangible assets, and mortgage-related assets.
• Strong understanding of OCC regulations, fiduciary standards, and internal policy frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, cross-functional collaboration, clear written and verbal communication, organizational skills; ability to manage complex, multi-party engagements. Risk awareness and regulatory adherence

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