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Director of Estate Administration, Gift Planning Operations

Date Posted: May 17, 2026
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    Location Champaign, Illinois, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jun 17, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The University of Illinois Foundation is seeking a Director of Estate Administration for its Gift Planning Operations in Champaign, Illinois. This leadership role involves managing the estate administration function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of estate distributions and providing oversight for life income gifts and other estate commitments. The Director will collaborate closely with various stakeholders including donors, estate representatives, and legal advisors.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead estate administration to ensure timely and accurate estate distributions.
  • Communicate with attorneys, advisors, executors, and trustees regarding estate settlements.
  • Implement a tracking system for estates in the settlement process.
  • Supervise the estate administration team and manage performance and professional development.
  • Review and approve deferred gift documentation.
  • Collaborate with accounting staff to ensure compliance with laws and best practices.
  • Oversee administration of life insurance policies owned by UIF.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with legal and tax advisors.
  • Maintain expertise on planned giving vehicles and related laws.
  • Contribute to process development for estate and life income gift administration.

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Significant experience in banking, trust, law, or development
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • High integrity and confidentiality standards
  • Ability to communicate technical information professionally
  • Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal communication skills
  • Results-driven leadership and project management capability

What the company offers

  • Starting salary range of $85,000-$95,000 per year
  • State-of-the-art, environmentally conscious workspace
  • Hybrid work schedule with up to 2 days remote flexibility
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Generous vacation time of 24 days annually
  • Generous pension benefits

Skills Required

Company Overview

University of Illinois Foundation
Champaign, Illinois, United States of America
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The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving organization of the University of Illinois. It collaborates with various stakeholders to create fundraising programs and opportunities that benefit the Unive... Read More

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