About the position
Head of Fiduciary Shape the future of wealth for ultra-high-net-worth families. Is this you? What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it) Where you'll be doing it What you'll need What you'll get How to apply
Cape Town CBD (hybrid)
Market related
You're a natural leader with high integrity, discretion, and a deep understanding of trusts and estates. You're calm under pressure, strategic in your thinking, and excellent at managing complex client relationships with a high degree of sensitivity. You're confident presenting to clients, mentoring junior staff, and navigating both legal detail and broader family dynamics.
You'll play a central role in advising ultra-HNW families on all matters related to trusts, estate planning, wills, and philanthropy. Acting as Expert Trustee, you'll ensure clients' legacies are preserved and transferred across generations. Your days will be filled with complex structuring, strategic planning, and navigating cross-border estate matters. You'll collaborate with legal, financial, and tax advisors while also mentoring junior team members and representing the business in client forums and events .
Our client is a global, multi-disciplinary firm specialising in serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. With a heritage built on discretion and exceptional service, the organisation operates at the intersection of wealth management, legal, and fiduciary services. The culture here is collegiate, professional, and deeply committed to long-term client relationships. You'll be based in beautiful offices in Cape Town CBD with the option to work hybrid.
You'll be an admitted attorney in South Africa with a law degree (LLB or equivalent) and a strong commercial or tax background. You must have significant experience in trusts and fiduciary law, ideally gained in a senior role within a law firm or corporate fiduciary environment. Proven ability to advise HNW/UHNW clients, excellent legal drafting skills, and up-to-date knowledge of local and international legal frameworks are essential .
You'll join a respected international firm with a reputation for excellence and long-term client partnerships. The team values collaboration, continuous development, and thought leadership. Expect a competitive salary, stimulating work, and a supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
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Desired Skills:
- fiduciary
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:
- Degree
- Law Society of South Africa
