Trust Associate Jobs

Trust Associate jobs are open across wealth management, estate planning, and corporate trust administration, at financial institutions, law firms, and trust companies, from entry-level to senior associate and officer. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerGoogle
Top cityIrvine, CA
Work type47% On-site
Top industryAccounting

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Associate Principal Analyst, Trust and Safety, Shopping
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Associate Principal Analyst, Trust and Safety, Shopping
Google
Sunnyvale, California
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$141k - $205k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Corporate Trust Analyst - Associate
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Corporate Trust Analyst - Associate
Deutsche Bank
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$54k - $84k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Portfolio Manager Associate - Commerce Trust
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Portfolio Manager Associate - Commerce Trust
Commerce Bank
Clayton, Missouri
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$26.7 - $31.5/hr
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Trust Investment Associate / Relationship Manager
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Trust Investment Associate / Relationship Manager
Dunham & Associates Investment Counsel, Inc.
Reno, Nevada
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
$31.25 - $38.46/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Associate Manager, Trust Strategy and Operations
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Associate Manager, Trust Strategy and Operations
Google
San Francisco, California
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$150k - $217k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Trust Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

Google3 open roles
U.S. Bank2 open roles
DAY PITNEY2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in trust associate jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field
  • Knowledge of trust and estate law, fiduciary duties, and account administration
  • Experience with trust accounting or portfolio management software platforms
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and beneficiary correspondence
  • Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation or active pursuit of it
  • Attention to detail managing complex account documents, distributions, and compliance deadlines

Tips for Your Trust Associate Job Search

Tailor your resume to fiduciary language

Trust associate postings consistently use terms like fiduciary duty, estate settlement, and account administration. Mirror that language on your resume so it clears applicant tracking systems and signals fluency to hiring managers reviewing dozens of applications.

Highlight relevant software and certifications

Many trust departments use specialized trust accounting platforms. If you have hands-on experience with any trust administration software, name it explicitly. If you hold the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation or are pursuing it, place that prominently near the top.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists trust associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by institution type

Corporate trust roles at large banks differ substantially from personal trust roles at community trust companies or family offices. Read each posting to identify which book of business you would own, then customize your cover letter to reflect experience with that client type.

Prepare concrete examples of client communication

Interviewers for trust roles routinely probe how you explain complex legal or tax concepts to beneficiaries and grantors who are not finance professionals. Walk in with two or three specific examples where you translated technical trust or estate language into plain terms a client could act on.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

Trust associate offers often include professional development budgets, exam reimbursements for certifications like CTFA, and licensing support. Ask explicitly about these benefits during offer discussions, as they can meaningfully offset the cost of continuing education required for advancement in the field.

Trust Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most trust associates?

Google, U.S. Bank, and DAY PITNEY are hiring the most trust associates right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Nevada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional banks and independent trust companies are also active hiring sources worth checking alongside national institutions.

How many trust associate jobs are remote?

About 53% of trust associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more common in back-office roles focused on document processing, account reporting, and compliance review than in client-facing personal trust or estate settlement positions.

How do you become a trust associate?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a closely related field. Build foundational knowledge of estate planning, fiduciary principles, and trust law through coursework or self-study. Land an entry-level role in trust operations or account administration at a bank or trust company. From there, pursue the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor credential to advance into broader advisory responsibilities.

Can you get hired as a trust associate with little experience?

Yes, many institutions hire candidates with limited direct trust experience if you demonstrate strong financial fundamentals and attention to detail. Internships in bank operations, estate planning paralegal work, or accounting roles are viewed favorably. Emphasize any exposure to legal documents, account recordkeeping, or client service in financial settings, and signal commitment by actively pursuing the CTFA credential.

What does the trust associate interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your background in financial services and your interest in fiduciary work. A hiring manager interview follows, often including scenario-based questions about handling a beneficiary dispute or a complex distribution request. Some institutions add a technical assessment on trust concepts or a writing sample to evaluate client communication skills before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to trust associate jobs?

You can find and apply to trust associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each one that fits.

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