Relationship Manager Trustee Services Job in Kenya - KCB Bank

Relationship Manager – Trustee Services at KCB Bank Manages unit trust and pension trustee relationships, ensures trust deed compliance, and protects investor interests. Requires Business/Law/Finance Degree, trust administration expertise, and 5+ years’ capital markets experience. Full-time.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for trust clients, beneficiaries, and related stakeholders, providing expert advisory support on trust structures and fiduciary services.
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with settlors, beneficiaries, and advisers to effectively meet client needs and fulfill trust purposes.
  • Own the full client lifecycle, from onboarding to ongoing portfolio reviews, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.

  • Drive financial performance and growth of the trust portfolio, including revenue generation, billing, and collections. 
  • Ensure timely execution of trustee duties, including distributions, reporting, and accurate record-keeping in accordance with trust deeds, governing documents, and fiduciary obligations.
  • Maintain up-to-date client and beneficiary information to support prudent fiduciary decision-making.
  • Ensure all trusts are administered in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and KCB policies and procedures.
  • Conduct regular compliance, KYC, and AML reviews, and ensure timely resolution of any identified issues.
  • Manage and mitigate risks associated with trust services and ensure audit readiness at all times.
  • Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in collaboration with internal teams (Retail and Corporate Banking).
  • Prepare periodic portfolio reports, client updates, and management reports.
  • Facilitate trust meetings, including preparing documentation and ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders.
  • Attend client meetings and deliver presentations as required.
  • Maintain high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism in all dealings.
  • Support team development, including mentoring, motivation, and self-development.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned. 

Experience and Education

  • University Degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Banking, or its equivalent from a recognized institution. 
  • CISI (Wealth Management) or CIFA certification  
  • Strong understanding of trust services, wealth management, private banking, fiduciary services and regulatory frameworks

Work experience & Skills:

  • Five (5) years’ experience in trust administration, private banking, or wealth management  
  • Five (5) years’ experience in client relationship management and business development.
  • Five (5) years’ experience dealing with investment, pension and insurance products within the Kenyan market. 
  • Knowledge of trust law, succession planning, fiduciary responsibilities, and regulatory frameworks (RBA, CMA, IRA, Trustees Act).
  • Strong persuasion, management, and communication skills
  • High level of professionalism, integrity and fiduciary responsibility.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills 
  • Strong risk management skills and problem-solving skills

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