Estate Administrator - Illovo

SUMMARY:
Estate Administrator - Illovo

POSITION INFO:

Estate Administrator

Purpose of Role To independently manage the full deceased estate administration process in South Africa, from initial client consultation through to final distribution, focusing on Section 18(3) estates and estates with smaller value (no estate duty).

Key Responsibilities

• Consult directly with clients to gather all necessary information and documentation.
• Lodge reporting documents with the Master of the High Court.
• Handle all estate assets, including property, vehicles, bank accounts, and investments.
• Draft and submit liquidation and distribution accounts and cash reconciliation statements.
• Communicate with beneficiaries, creditors, and relevant institutions.
• Ensure compliance with South African estate administration laws and regulations.
• Manage the estate process independently from start to finish (A–Z).

Qualifications & Experience

• Formal legal qualification beneficial but not required.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ proven experience in deceased estate administration.
• Strong working knowledge of the estates process
• Familiarity with the Administration of Estates Act and related legislation.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple estates simultaneously.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Professional discretion and empathy when dealing with bereaved families.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Salary - R25 000 - R35 000pm CTC

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