Vice President, Client Advisor at Whittier Trust

Whittier Trust is the oldest privately owned multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast providing exceptional client service and highly customized investment solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families.Our dedicated professionals work with clients and their families to deliver a broad array of services including investment management fiduciary philanthropic and family office. Our founding familys century-long history of entrepreneurship continues to guide our activities for clients today. Entrusted with private family assets our teams employ a consulting approach to tailor solutions for complex family situations.Whittier Trust attracts professionals who have a desire to grow while building their skills in the service to our clients. Our organization is flat nimble and uniquely attuned to the needs and desires of both todays entrepreneurs as well as legacy family members who may be several generations removed from the wealth creators. Our corporate culture is one of client-focus collaboration performance and accountability family orientation and long-term career satisfaction. Employee turnover is low because of a high level of engagement and career fulfillment.The position offers a competitive compensation package including base salary performance bonus equity consideration excellent medical and retirement plans.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESThe position requires a working knowledge of legal documents encountered in trusts estate planning and finance including trust agreements deeds powers of appointment powers of attorney stock powers assignments disclaimers and partnership agreements.The position requires a working knowledge of the legal requirements that affect trusts under the Principal & Income Act and Prudent Investor Act and community and separate property issues under the Family Code.New business on network contacts and prospects regarding the development of new business for the calling and new business revenue goals is an essential part of the job and is a top priority.Coordinate closely with other company departments (tax insurance operations real estate investment and foundations) regarding client communication skills are essential.Supervise and instruct others in the processes of opening accounts and closing accounts transferring and distributing assets drafting correspondence to clients clients families agents and professional advisors.Participate with the investment officer in client meetings.Coordinate with the investment department in the scheduling of clients investment performance reviews and monitoring of investment trades.Coordinate with operations and tax departments to provide clients or their professionals with appropriate information required for tax filings and the maintenance of accounting records.Complete forms prepare internal documentation and present periodic account reviews.Participation in other internal committees or task forces such as Client Services or Marketing.Provide extensive personal service to clients as required.Additional tasks as assigned.DESIRED EDUCATIONBachelors degree from an accredited 4-year universityIndustry certification CTFA CFP CFA CPA preferred not essentialAdvanced degree preferred JD MBA not essentialDESIRED EXPERIENCEMinimum ten-fifteen years experience in a similar role with a successful track record in new business development.Superior ability to identify and build relationships with qualified prospects and a proven outstanding business development track recordEstablished network of legal accounting and insurance professionals in the area and surrounding communities.Successful experience in a supervisory role.Background in wealth management client administration and portfolio management or foundation services.PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSStrong people skillsClient service focusEffective verbal and written communication skillsHigh integrity with a diligent work ethicTeam/people-orientedHighly organized with good time management skillsMeticulous attention to detailValid drivers license and the ability to travel by airplane.COMPENSATIONA competitive base salary performance bonus and benefit plans including medical dental vision life long term disability and 401(k) with company match.Base salary range: $140000 - $200000.Required Experience:Exec Key Skills Change Management,Financial Services,Growing Experience,Managed Care,Management Experience,Analysis Skills,Senior Leadership,Performance Management,Process Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Analytics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 140000 - 200000