Are you a talented professional who excels at personalized service, enjoys getting involved in your communities and has a desire to work for an award-winning Best Bank? 

Montecito Bank & Trust is seeking a full-time Wealth Management Operations Specialist to join the team at our Wealth Management department. The Wealth Management Operations Specialist will deliver a World Class Experience by supporting the operations within the Wealth Management Department. Contribute to growth of the wealth management business by working directly with the Trust Officers in setting up new accounts, processing payments, and resolving operational issues. The Wealth Management Operations Specialist will work closely with our trust vendor’s operations team to process securities settlement, corporate action responses, and incoming/outgoing account transfers. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, excellent customer service skills, and communication skills. In-person office work at Santa Barbara, CA is required.

Minimum Requirements, Activities & Responsibilities

Education and Experience: 

• A four-year college or university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related subject required; or any combination of a two-year college degree and two years of professional investment, brokerage, or related work experience required.
• Minimum of one to three years of experience in banking or related financial field required.
• Wealth Management or Trust operations experience preferred.
• Ability to pursue completion of Certified Security Operations Professional or Certified Trust Operations Professional preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Enters client receipts and distributions to the corresponding wealth account.
• Processes all incoming and outgoing customer transfers.
• Onboarding new client profile on trust accounting platform.
• Works with transfer agents to move securities.
• Reconciles daily Trust account activities.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Thorough knowledge of tax and accounting principles 
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail

Interested in applying? Visit our website at www.montecito.bank/careers

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran

** The typical hiring range based on qualifications and pay equity is $28.68 - $34.56

*Employment eligibility is contingent on completing the DHS Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) form and presenting acceptable documentation upon hire verifying your identity and right to work in the United States. Additionally, please know that the Bank does not sponsor associates for visas, green cards, CPT, OPT, or other work authorizations.