Manager, Estate Planning and Trust Administration

About the Role

The Manager of Estate Planning and Trust Administration will work under the general supervision of the Director of Estate Planning and Trust Administration, assisting in all phases of developing, implementing, and administering the Crow family’s trust and estate matters. This is a high-volume, multi-disciplinary position requiring the ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and produce high-quality work with critical thinking in legal and financial matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation of a private trust company, including oversight of trust investments, preparation of board/committee meeting materials and minutes, attention to regulatory matters/examinations, and trust reporting to beneficiaries.
• Assist with the development and implementation of estate plans for family members, ensuring plans reflect current desires, circumstances, and relevant law.
• Coordinate with outside counsel on planning, execution, and implementation of trusts and estate plans.
• Assist with the development and formation of trusts in conjunction with outside counsel, including determining situs, trustees, beneficiaries, funding, and other relevant terms.
• Maintain family foundations, including administration in compliance with tax laws.
• Assist with structuring and administration of marital property agreements.
• Assist with the administration of estates, including probate proceedings, estate settlement, and coordination with internal/external tax, legal, and valuation professionals on estate tax returns.
• Assist with planning and implementation of family business ownership structures as they relate to trust and estate planning.
• Administer the life insurance program, including payment and settlement of existing policies and underwriting as policies are acquired or terminated.
• Collaborate with other Crow Holdings personnel (legal, tax, accounting, financial reporting, treasury) as needed in connection with trust and estate planning matters.
• Attend to other matters as needed.

Qualifications

• Attorney with 2+ years’ experience at a major law firm or CPA with 3-5 years’ experience at a major accounting firm.
• Experience advising clients on trust and estate matters, including planning, implementation, documentation, and administration.
• Strong understanding of state and federal laws and strategies relevant to trusts, estate planning, and marital planning (exempt organizations a plus).
• Familiarity with income tax law for individuals, trusts, and flow-through entities to ensure proper coordination with trust and estate planning.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with a document management system (DocuWare a plus).
• Polished communication skills (written and verbal).
• Highly sensitive to the confidential nature of the subject matter.
• Willingness to commit the time necessary to meet deadlines.
• Flexible with the ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
• Attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment while maintaining an organized workflow.
• Ability to develop positive and effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels in the organization.