Deceased Estate Administrator
JJ van Heerden Attorneys Inc. · In Person, Gauteng · TBC
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We, JJ Van Heerden Attorneys , are a law firm specialising in deceased estate administration, wills, and estate planning. To strengthen our team, we are seeking a Deceased Estate Administrator with practical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to client‑focused service. Our firm combines decades of expertise with compassionate guidance, ensuring families and executors receive seamless, professional support throughout the estate process.
Our website: https://vanhattorneys.co.za/
Duties & Responsibilities
1) Estate Intake and Reporting to the Master of the High Court
- Conduct the in-person consultation with the client.
- Gather all necessary information and documentation.
- Complete the internal forms and all documentation required by the Master’s Office.
- Compile the Master’s documents and supporting documents into a “Master’s Pack”.
- Request the Letters of Executorship or Letters of Authority.
- Apply for a Bond of Security only if requested by the Master of the High Court.
2) File Management and Compliance
- FIC screening.
- Open and maintain both a hardcopy and an online file for each estate.
- Scan and save all received documents.
- Ensure crucial compliance sub-files are maintained.
3) Administration and Asset Management
- Receive the Letters of Executorship/Letters of Authority.
- Type the necessary letters for each institution.
- Send the letters and supporting documents to the institutions.
4) Property and Advertisement Procedures
- Place the Section 29 “Debtors and Creditors advert”
- Place the Section 35 “L&D advert”
5) Financial Reporting and Client Communication
- Follow up on a monthly basis, diarizing feedback for a month, and escalating matters.
- Draft the Liquidation and Distribution (L&D) Account once all necessary information regarding assets and claims has been received.
- Keep the clients in the loop.
6) Estate Closure
- Respond to the Master’s Questionnaire.
Desired Experience & Qualification
1) Matric.
2) 3+ years experience in Deceased Estate Administration.
Package & Remuneration
To be discussed.
Interested?
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are on the shortlist, we will contact you within one week.