Senior Estate Administrator: Trusts & Estates

Lateral Link; Boston; On-site; GBP 74,499 - 89,398; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

An elite law firm in Greater Boston is seeking an experienced Estate Administrator. The successful candidate will oversee the administration of estates, including high net worth matters, while managing diverse responsibilities like drafting legal documents and preparing probate filings. Extensive experience in estate administration, especially in a law firm or trustee context, is essential. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including medical insurance and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Extensive estate administration experience, preferably in a law firm, bank, or trustee environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts and federal estate tax returns.
• Experience handling complex, high net worth estates is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and interpreting legal documents related to trusts and estates.
• Preparing probate filings and estate tax returns.
• Managing the collection, valuation, and distribution of estate assets.
• Tracking probate and tax deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate accountings and financial reports.
• Coordinating with outside advisors on fiduciary tax matters.

Job description

An elite law firm in Greater Boston is seeking an experienced Estate Administrator. The successful candidate will oversee the administration of estates, including high net worth matters, while managing diverse responsibilities like drafting legal documents and preparing probate filings. Extensive experience in estate administration, especially in a law firm or trustee context, is essential. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including medical insurance and a pension plan.