Administering funds within an agreed mandate
The proposed arrangement identifies the client, trustee, beneficiaries, purpose of the funds and authorised instructions. ECB acts only as agent of the appointed trustee where agreed; the relevant entity’s role and permitted activities are confirmed in the governing documents.
How we can help
- Administration of client funds under a documented trustee mandate
- Coordination of receipts and payments under authorised instructions
- Beneficiary and distribution administration under agreed terms
- Corporate records, transaction reporting and reconciliation support
Clear roles and controls
Agree the trustee’s authority, ECB’s agency role, account or custody arrangements, approval controls, fees and reporting before funds are transferred. Funds are handled only within the agreed mandate and applicable permissions.
A mandate tailored to the arrangement
Investment discretion, custody, distributions and any professional trustee duties must be expressly allocated in the agreement. An enquiry does not establish a trust, open an account or authorise the receipt or investment of funds.
Prepare for your conversation
The information needed will depend on the transaction. A useful starting point includes:
- Client, trustee and beneficiary identification and ownership details
- Trust deed or proposed trustee agreement and appointment documents
- Purpose, source of funds, expected amounts and currencies
- Authorised signatories, payment instructions and reporting requirements