Trust & Corporate Manager in London

Our client is seeking a Trust & Corporate Manager to oversee Trust & Corporate Administration services in Jersey. This position entails managing operations related to new entity incorporations and company secretarial administration. Reporting to the Head of Risk and Compliance, the Manager will liaise with Partners, fee earners, and support staff across various offices. The role is designed to provide a compliant, timely, and efficient service while ensuring adherence to regulations and best practices. Candidates will administer day-to-day corporate activities, act as a Subject Matter Expert, and support the wider Risk and Compliance team. This is a full-time role, with standard working hours from 08:30 to 17:00, and a total of 37.5 hours per week.

Job Duties

• Manage referrals from Partners and fee earners, ensuring effective and timely service.
• Provide regular updates on referral progress.
• Oversee onboarding for trust company matters, ensuring compliance with CDD requirements and SLAs.
• Manage Corporate Administration tasks, including establishing appointments of Directors and preparing necessary documentation.
• Lead maintenance of statutory books, company registers, and records.
• Address daily correspondence and administrative matters within the corporate services department.
• Manage invoicing cycles, coordinating with the finance department as necessary.
• Identify and escalate risk issues, proposing suggestions for mitigation.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc review documentation for sign‐off.
• Maintain the database of current and past directorships, protectorships, and administration services.
• Prepare timely reports for the board and respond to requests for urgent reporting.
• Develop and implement procedures for company administration, in line with regulations.
• Manage relationships with third parties, including regulatory bodies and banks.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of five to ten years of trust and company administration experience, ideally with law firm exposure.
• Experience with incorporating Jersey companies, foundations, and limited partnerships is advantageous.
• Essential qualifications include a Table 5 qualification such as a Foundation degree in Finance or a Certificate in Offshore Administration.
• Desirable qualifications include pursuing or holding a Table 4 qualification such as Fellow of ICSA or STEP Diploma.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to engage key stakeholders.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with self‐motivation and the ability to develop team members.

What You'll Love

Our client offers a supportive and dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development. You will enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes 25 days of holiday entitlement (with the possibility to buy or sell days), a discretionary bonus scheme, and comprehensive private medical insurance from day one. Additionally, there is life assurance equivalent to four times the annual salary and permanent health insurance. This role not only provides a platform for career advancement but also fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence in the Trust and Corporate sector.

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