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Trust Centralized Services Specialist

Associated Bank · Green Bay, WI

Posted Aug 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you caught an error in a document or transaction request before it caused a problem.

attention to detail and whether they proactively catch mistakes rather than just process paperwork

Tell me about a time you had to juggle several open items or requests at once with competing deadlines. How did you decide what came first?

prioritization skills in a high-volume, fast-paced operational environment

Describe a situation where you had to communicate a delay or problem to a client or internal partner. How did you frame it?

communication skill and comfort delivering unwelcome information professionally

Tell me about a time you had to coordinate with several different departments, like compliance, audit, or trust administration, to resolve one issue.

cross-functional collaboration skills and comfort working across silos

Technical

Walk me through how you'd open a new trust account from start to finish, including what documentation you'd need to see before anything gets processed.

whether the candidate understands the full account-opening workflow and knows where documentation checks matter most

How would you explain an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust and what kind of ongoing tracking it requires to someone new to trust operations?

actual working knowledge of ILIT administration versus surface familiarity with the term

What's your experience with monitoring shared workflows or open-item tracking tools, and how do you make sure nothing falls through the cracks?

familiarity with the operational tools and systems used to manage queue-based work

What do you know about the regulatory and fiduciary requirements that apply to trust account administration, and how have you applied that knowledge in past work?

depth of regulatory and fiduciary knowledge versus general banking experience

What does strong client correspondence look like to you, and can you give an example of a letter or notice you've written that had to balance accuracy with a personal tone?

writing ability and understanding of client-facing communication standards in a fiduciary context

Situational

Say you're processing a securities transaction and notice the cost basis doesn't match what's in the client file. What do you do next?

understanding of transaction accuracy standards and when to escalate versus fix independently

A compliance team member flags an issue with an account you processed last week. Walk me through how you'd handle that conversation and the follow-up.

how they respond to being corrected and their approach to cross-team resolution

If you received a request to close a trust account but noticed an open distribution or pending transaction, what steps would you take before proceeding?

judgment around sequencing and risk when account closures intersect with active transactions

You get a request for an on-demand check distribution that seems unusual given the account's history. What do you do?

whether they apply controls and skepticism rather than just executing requests as given

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The full job description

As published by Associated Bank.

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires. Join Associated Bank as a Trust Centralized Services Specialist and play a key role in supporting trust administration and delivering exceptional service to our clients. In this role, you'll manage critical account administration activities, ensure accurate processing of transactions, and help maintain compliance with trust and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your trust operations expertise and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative team. Key Accountabilities • Manage trust account openings, maintenance activities, and account closures while ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Review client documentation and forms for completeness and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements. • Process cash and asset transfers, securities transactions, account distributions, and cost basis adjustments. • Monitor shared workflows, reporting tools, and open-item tracking to ensure timely completion of requests. • Coordinate with trust administration, compliance, audit, and other business partners to resolve operational issues. • Generate client communications, including welcome letters, retention notices, and other account-related correspondence. • Facilitate on-demand check processing and distribution while maintaining appropriate controls and documentation. • Support Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) administration by tracking payments, premiums, and required communications. Education & Experience Required • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred • Bachelor’s degree. • 2+ years of experience in the trust, brokerage, or wealth management industry. • Knowledge of trust operations, account administration, and fiduciary processes. • Experience working with regulatory, compliance, and audit requirements. Why You’ll Love Working Here At Associated Bank, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, service excellence, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees through professional development opportunities, meaningful work, and the chance to build expertise within trust and wealth management operations. If you're looking for a role where your contributions directly support clients and drive business success, apply today to make an impact. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience. In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.  • Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.   • Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.  Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on  Facebook ,  LinkedIn  and  X .   Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline. Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact  leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com  if you need an accommodation at any time during the process. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice  English or Spanish . Know Your Right to Work  English  or  Spanish . Associated Bank is Pay Transparency  compliant. The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range. $18.21 - $31.21 per hour

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