Personal Trust Assistant

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Role Summary

As a Personal Trust Assistant, you will support Relationship Managers in delivering exceptional service to Personal Trust and agency clients. You will coordinate daily account administration, respond to client needs, and help ensure trust accounts are managed accurately and compliantly. This role offers an opportunity to build expertise in trust administration, client relationship management, and wealth services.

Please Note: This position can also be hired as a Senior Personal Trust Assistant. We will assess applicants based on their skills and years of relevant experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate daily administration activities for personal trust and agency accounts to ensure timely and accurate service.
• Support Relationship Managers by preparing client materials, maintaining account information, and assisting with reporting and presentations.
• Process account transactions, including account openings and closings, distributions, bill payments, ACH transactions, and wire transfers.
• Partner with clients and internal teams to resolve inquiries, address operational issues, and deliver an outstanding customer experience.
• Maintain account records and documentation to support accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with business partners across customer care, legal, credit, and operations to resolve complex requests and transactions.
• Monitor account activity and assist with compliance, risk management, and policy adherence requirements.
• Develop knowledge of trust administration, fiduciary practices, and relevant tax and legal considerations to support client needs.

Education & Experience

Required

• Associate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Paralegal Studies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in banking, office administration, customer service, or paralegal support.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience supporting trust, fiduciary, wealth management, or financial services clients.
• Familiarity with trust administration processes and financial account servicing.
• Experience working with client relationship management or financial planning systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements within financial services.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences and supporting professional growth. You'll gain valuable exposure to trust and wealth management while building relationships across the organization.

Apply today to make an impact.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

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