Trust Officer

About Law Debenture 

Law Debenture is an Investment Trust supported by a wholly owned professional services business. LawDeb is an unusual and exciting proposition; on a day–to-day basis we are nimble, ambitious and small enough to know everyone by name, whilst also benefiting from the profile and credibility of a listed business. This is thanks to our 137-year-old FTSE250 investment trust and our fast-growing independent professional services business of over 300 colleagues across 6 business lines.

At LawDeb, doing work that has a positive impact is important to us. We need the very best people to be the custodians of our business for the next stage of our proud history and growth. We’re ambitious to innovate, collaborate and push forward in providing peace of mind and excellence for our clients and each other.

We’re on a journey to shape a culture we’re all proud to be part of. One where everyone feels trusted, supported and empowered to own their success. Working at LawDeb, you will have access to our enviable network of clients and innovative projects, as well as brilliant colleagues to learn from and collaborate with.

Role Overview

The Trust Officer will provide operational support to the Corporate Trust team. This entry‑level role is ideal for someone starting their career, requiring no prior experience, with full training provided. You will assist with day‑to‑day activities to ensure smooth delivery of Corporate Trust services.

Job Role & Responsibilities

Assist with handling basic post‑issue matters under supervision

Support the team by preparing, updating and maintaining current trust files and internal database

Updating existing transactions, running various reports, completing diary notes and tasks

Carry out simple document checks and assist with basic document processing

Help coordinate internal approvals, signatures, and document execution workflows

Support billing and invoicing activities, which includes liaising with the Finance department to ensure the preparation of invoices for legal and trustee fees incurred and dealing with queries from the Finance department and clients on invoices

Assisting with ad-hoc projects

Ensuring colleagues are regularly informed and up-to-date on the status of any team matter being worked on.

Assisting with KYC as required

Day-to-day administration and operations on property related matters for Housing Associations

Check proof of holding requests

Monitor shared inboxes and help direct enquiries to the appropriate team member

Assist with drafting simple email responses and gathering required information

Help coordinate with internal stakeholders (New Business, Trust Solutions) to support the smooth handover of new and ongoing transactions

Arranging signing of Trust Deeds, Legal Charges, Powers of Attorney and a variety of other legal documents

Attend events and Business Development opportunities

Team & Process Support

Maintain accurate records of all tasks and updates

Assist with the organisation of meetings, preparation of supporting materials and follow‑up actions

Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes, including filing, record‑keeping and operational workflows

Professional Development

Participate fully in training programmes and learning opportunities within Corporate Trust

Build foundational knowledge of trust documentation, post‑issue matters, and the wider Corporate Trust service offering

Engage positively in performance management and feedback processes

General Responsibilities

Contribute positively to LawDeb’s culture and values

Attend meetings as required and deliver tasks diligently

Where regulatory rules apply, abide by these in spirit and fact

Carry out any other reasonable tasks requested by senior management

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience 

Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills

Willingness to learn about corporate trust, legal documents, and financial transactions

Clear and confident communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Good time‑management and ability to prioritise tasks

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience 

Interest in legal, financial, or corporate services

Degree or education in business, finance, law, or administration

Your Reward

Competitive salary with performance bonus scheme

Generous pension contribution

Full healthcare cover

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Buy/sell annual leave scheme

Additional Information

People who thrive at LawDeb make the most of this foundation to grow themselves, help us improve and have fun playing their part in building the culture that’s fuelling our growth.

LawDeb hires people based on personal merit and qualifications regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or any other protected attribute. We celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to work. We recognise that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. If you feel that you require any reasonable adjustments to be able to participate in this recruitment process, please provide further details where prompted.

Please note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

If you’d like to find out more about LawDeb and our open vacancies, please contact our careers team on [email protected].