Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator - LegalEase - Benoni

Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator - Benoni About the Role We are seeking a meticulous, organized, and experienced Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator to support the Estate Administrator in managing the full administration process of deceased estates. This role requires a sound understanding of estate administration procedures, compliance requirements, and the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously while ensuring regulatory deadlines are met. Required Qualifications Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate Certificate in Deceased Estate Administration Experience & Competencies 35 years experience in a legal, estates, or fiduciary environment Strong technical knowledge of estate administration processes and legal compliance Experience using LegalEase software is highly advantageous Technologically savvy with working knowledge of: Microsoft Office | Administrative systems and procedures | LegalEase or similar estate administration software Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail Self-motivated and target-driven Strong problem-solving skills related to estate administration challenges Key Responsibilities: Assisting with all duties related to the administration of deceased estates Familiarity with the Master of the High Court procedures and compliance requirements Reporting of estates to the Masters Office and other stakeholders Opening estate files and late estate bank accounts FICA: Collecting, verifying, and updating documentation for the estate, executor, and heirs Placing estate advertisements in line with legal requirements Obtaining confirmations of all assets and liabilities to assist with Liquidation and Distribution Account preparation Ensuring compliance and timely receipt of documentation from stakeholders Collecting proceeds payable to the estate Completing documentation for the transfer of assets Assisting with SARS processes, including estate duty submissions and audits Obtaining tax certificates for finalization of income tax assessments Preparing files for finalization Managing queries related to the Masters Office, SARS, and FICA Handling multiple estate files efficiently and within compliance deadlines Salary offer: Negotiable dependant on experience etc

Location: Benoni, ZA

Posted Date: 7/16/2025