Trust Administration Assistant

Join a fast-paced and growing company where contributions are recognized and valued.

At Covenant Trust Company, we serve families and institutions with a full suite of trust services, including investment management, financial guidance, and gift and estate planning. We thrive on helping our clients to achieve their purposes and make a difference in the world around them.

We are a non-depository trust company chartered in 1988 and regulated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Banking.

Position Summary

The Trust Administration Assistant is an integral member of the Trust Administration team, responsible for providing administrative and operational support to Trust Officers and Trust Administrators. This role helps ensure accurate account records, timely processing of payments and distributions, proper documentation management, and exceptional service to clients and internal partners.

What we look for:

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Minimum of two years of administrative, office support, or related experience; experience in accounting, finance, banking, trust administration, or a business-related field preferred.

A heart for serving others and a passion for helping individuals and mission-centered institutions achieve their financial and charitable purposes.

Strong organizational and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines in a professional environment.

Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Position Details

Full-time, non-exempt (salary $50-55K), benefit eligible.

Monday through Friday work schedule with flexible daytime hours.

3-days per week in the Chicago office and 2-days remote (after a period of orientation).

Benefits include choice of three medical plans; prescription drug coverage; dental; vision; employer-paid life and disability; structured bonus; 401(k) with employer match; 11 paid holidays; PTO; paid volunteer time off; and a range of voluntary benefits (accident and critical illness coverage, and pre-tax commuter benefits).

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and your resume to Mariam Khorenyan, HR Generalist, at . Position description available upon request.

Covenant Trust Company is committed to protecting client and company information. All employees are expected to adhere to company policies and practices regarding the safeguarding of such information. For more information, visit

Equal Opportunity Employer