AH 403351 - Deceased Estates Administrator and Office Manager

Job Description

The position is for a mid-level Deceased Estate Administrator and Office Assistant. The candidate must have at least 3-5 (three to five) years’ experience as a deceased estate administrator.

Scope of work position

1. Deceased Estate Administration Duties (The candidate must be able to administer a deceased estate from reporting to finalization, drafting of letters and other documents, like Trust resolutions and Final Wills and Testaments, making appointments with Clients, giving Clients feedback, corresponding with creditors, the master’s Office, Agents, SARS etc).
2. Office Manager duties include keeping stock of stationary, ordering other items for the office as required, arranging couriers, arranging appointments with clients, managing the diaries of the Head of Department and Managing Director, keeping the lists and other reporting documents up to date for meetings with stakeholders.

Qualifications

Relevant Qualifications will prove advantageous but experience is more important.

Skills

Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans. Minimum of 3 years of work experience as a deceased estate administrator at a reputable attorney firm, fiduciary company, or financial institution; Experience in Trust administration will be advantageous; Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Strong computer literacy and experience in Microsoft Office products; Willing to work in a team but can function independently. Professional and able to represent firm and Brand well.

Benefits

Negotiable