Deceased Estates Administrator

About the position

A respected legal practice in Brooklyn is looking for a detail-driven Deceased Estates Administrator to take ownership of full estate administration processes in a professional, structured environment.
Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full deceased estates administration process from start to finish
• Prepare and maintain all estate files in line with legal and procedural requirements
• Draft Liquidation & Distribution (L&D) accounts (advantageous)
• Liaise with stakeholders including Master’s Office, beneficiaries, and financial institutions
• Support creditor nomination processes where required
• Ensure accurate, compliant and timeous estate finalisation

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in deceased estates administration
• Solid working knowledge of the full estates process is essential
• Experience drafting L&D accounts will be a strong advantage
• Knowledge of creditor nomination processes advantageous
• Prior exposure to ABSA deceased estates will be beneficial
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple estates simultaneously

Education

• Relevant legal / paralegal qualification preferred
• Practical experience in estates administration may be considered in place of formal qualification

Soft Skills

• High level of accuracy and accountability
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Professional communication with clients and institutions
• Able to work independently in a structured legal environment
• Calm, methodical approach under pressure

Salary

• The proposed salary for the role is R14k - R18k per month - the final offer will depend on qualifications, experience and skills.

Desired Skills:

• deceased estates
• L&D accounts
• absa