Senior Trust Officer

Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Trust Officer to join their team and take responsibility for the day‑to‑day administration of a varied portfolio of trust and company structures. You will ensure high standards of fiduciary, regulatory, and governance compliance while delivering exceptional client service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced trust professional looking to deepen their technical expertise and progress toward more senior responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer a portfolio of trust and company structures, including bookkeeping, company secretarial tasks, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal requirements, maintaining accurate records and statutory registers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and professional intermediaries.
• Liaise with investment advisers and third parties on client matters.
• Review trust and company accounts, financial statements, and related documents.
• Prioritise workloads effectively and contribute to practical solutions on technical matters.
• Support billing processes, time recording, and monitoring aged debtors.
• Contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and team initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.

About You

You will bring:

• A strong understanding of trust and company administration, governance, and compliance.
• The ability to interpret legal documents and understand tax considerations for relevant structures.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and professional judgement.

Qualifications & Experience

• A JFSC‑recognised Table 4 or 5 qualification (or working toward one).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• 3–5 years' experience in trust, fiduciary, or financial services.
• Experience handling a portfolio of trust and company structures, including complex cases.
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid technical understanding of Jersey's fiduciary, risk, and regulatory environment.