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Fiduciary Trust International is a premier investment and wealth management firm with a commitment to growing and protecting wealth across generations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative approach to managing wealth for high-net-worth and ultra high-net-worth individuals and families, family offices, endowments, foundations, and institutions. Unlike other firms, our investment managers, tax and estate planning professionals work together to develop holistic strategies to optimize clients' portfolios while mitigating the impact of taxes on their wealth. As a fiduciary, the guidance we provide is always in the best interests of our clients, without conflict or competing benefits. We offer boutique customization and deep expertise in specialized investment, tax and planning strategies alongside sophisticated technology and custody platforms.

Fiduciary Trust International is owned by Franklin Templeton, a diversified firm that spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents, you'll get exposed to different cultures, people, and business development happening around the world.

Fiduciary Trust International is hiring an experienced Trust Counsel to join our San Mateo, CA office. Reporting to the RMD for Northern California, the Trust Counsel uniquely serves as a technical and legal expert and consultant, both internally and externally, on matters related to estate planning, advanced tax planning, and trust and estate administration, and also builds and facilitates relationships within our closely-knit COI community to help promote and grow our practice.

Marketing and Sales:

• Ongoing entrepreneurial and growth mindset as an upbeat, passionate individual and team contributor responsible for generating new client opportunities to support the team's growth goals
• Active community representation of the firm in the industry and community through thought leadership, speaking engagements, advisory and BOD roles, and attendance in groups such as state, local and national Bar Associations; professional organizations (ACTEC, estate planning councils), networking groups, industry publications and conferences
• Act as a leader and SME for specific new projects and initiatives related to new business development and client retention
• Assist and participate in new business meetings in order to articulate value proposition of integrated wealth management in relation to the Trust Counsel offering
• Provide direction on opportunities and stay abreast of competitor offerings and structure; making relevant recommendations to senior management to improve competitive position
• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) in development and presentation of thought leadership on topics related to estate and trust planning, advanced tax planning, trust and estate administration and other areas within the SME's expertise and interest; may include articles, whitepapers, podcasts, webinars, media engagement and other opportunities

Wealth Planning:

• Acting as a static team member, provides existing and prospective clients with a holistic review of their estate and trust plans, including recommendations on options to best achieve their wealth transfer goals
• Responsible for being client lead for some client relationships, but serves mainly as a static-core partner, leading with proactive advice and guidance as needed as clients' needs and plan structure evolve and change
• Liaise with internal team members and outside professional advisors (attorneys, CPAs, etc.) to gather all relevant information, then develop and implement any changes or additions to the clients' plans
• Identify opportunities and collaborate with market teams and other business leaders to provide clients with breadth of firm's offerings
• Serve as dedicated Wealth Planner for certain client relationships, ensuring ongoing advice and guidance as needed based on regular consultations on the clients' needs and changing circumstances
• Maintain understanding and update team and clients on evolving legal and tax changes, proactively identifying impact and potential changes for existing and prospective clients

Fiduciary Counsel for Trust and Estate Administration:

• Provide guidance to designated Trust Officers
• Review openings and closings of trust-related accounts and documents, as appropriate for account acceptance or termination
• Consult with and oversee outside counsel, as necessary
• Address beneficiaries' and remaindermen questions and planning needs ad hoc
• Review exercises of discretion, including principal income and distributions of income
• Participate in department projects, committee meetings and initiatives, as necessary

• JD required and California Bar admission required
• Additional degree or certification preferred (LLM in Taxation, MBA, CFP, CPWA)
• 10+ years' experience as trusts and estates attorney in private practice or in-house role
• Working knowledge of generally accepted business procedures, practices and regulations
• In-depth knowledge of transfer tax planning and wealth transfer strategies
• Knowledge of state trust laws, including California, Delaware, New York and other jurisdictions
• Network of other professional advisor relationships to leverage and to collaborate with
• Experience working with entrepreneurs and business owners, preferred
• Knowledge of international estate and tax planning, preferred
• Fluency across financial planning disciplines, including cash-flow planning, insurance and risk management, income tax planning, family governance and education, and investment planning, preferred
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast paced, team environment
• Ability to interact with and present to senior management and clients on a regular basis
• Experience coaching and developing team members

Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At FTI, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $270,000 - $310,000 per year plus opportunity to earn other incentives including bonus and new business awards.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.

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