Cape Town City Centre: Trust Officer

Our client is seeking a Trust Officer to join their fiduciary services team. This role is ideal for an experienced trust administration professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service while managing a portfolio of trust and corporate structures. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a hybrid working arrangement, with attendance at the office required two days per week and the remaining three days working remotely from home. The successful candidate will play a key role in the administration of offshore fiduciary structures, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and excellent client outcomes. Key Responsibilities Administer a portfolio of trust and corporate structures. Process client requests accurately and within agreed timelines. Manage payments and distributions relating to client entities. Prepare asset statements and maintain accurate client records. Draft minutes, resolutions, and standard trust and company documentation. Liaise with accounting, legal, compliance, and other internal teams. Maintain compliance, due diligence, and KYC documentation. Review client transactions and banking activity to ensure AML compliance. Assist with new business onboarding and client file reviews. Attend meetings with clients and service providers where required. Support and guide junior team members. Contribute to ongoing projects and process improvements. Ensure accurate time recording and timely collection of fees. Requirements STEP Certificate, Diploma, or part qualification, OR ICSA / Chartered Governance qualification, Diploma, or part qualification, OR Relevant Law Degree. Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience within trust administration, fiduciary services, corporate administration, or a similar environment. Strong understanding of trust and corporate structures. Knowledge of compliance, KYC, AML, and financial crime regulations. Strong administrative and organisational skills. Excellent communication and relationship management abilities. High attention to detail and strong documentation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. What We’re Looking For A proactive and professional individual who can hit the ground running. Someone who enjoys working in a client-focused environment. A team player with strong organisational and time management skills. A detail-oriented professional who takes pride in maintaining high standards.