Deceased Estates Administrator Gauteng

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently administer Deceased Estates from the reporting stage through to final file closure, in line with all regulatory and legal requirements.

• Manage all estate banking activities, including liaising with banks, opening and administering estate bank accounts, processing payments to creditors, and performing bank reconciliations.

• Draft Liquidation and Distribution (L&D) Accounts, final distribution statements, and cash reconciliation statements.

• Track and deliver on estate milestones with minimal day-to-day supervision.

• Provide a consistently high standard of service and produce accurate, quality work.

• Finalise estates with precision, efficiency, and attention to detail.

• Take ownership of each estate, treating every file with care and professionalism.

• Matric (Grade 12) is essential.

• A background as an Attorney, Fiduciary, Trust Administrator, or Paralegal will be advantageous.

• Strong computer literacy with confidence in using technology and digital systems.

• Suitable candidates may be:

  • Recent graduates seeking to build a career in Deceased Estates Administration, or

  • Candidates with 1–3 years’ experience in a Deceased Estates Administration environment.

• Ability to perform effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong stress management skills and the ability to handle pressure professionally.

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.

• Strong client service and communication abilities, ensuring Executors, Beneficiaries, Creditors, Debtors, and all stakeholders are kept informed throughout the process.

• Ability to provide regular updates and reports to Management.

• Solution-driven, proactive, and detail-oriented approach to work.