Deceased Estate Administrator

Dante Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Deceased Estates Administrator in Tableview. You will manage estate administration from start to finalisation, prepare and submit documents to the Master of the High Court, and liaise with beneficiaries and financial institutions to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure while maintaining a high standard of quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in deceased estate administration
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising standards
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of deceased estates from start to finalisation
• Prepare and submit documentation to the Master of the High Court
• Liaise with beneficiaries, executors, financial institutions, and relevant stakeholders
• Ensure all estate documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant
• Maintain organized records and manage deadlines effectively
• Handle sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

DECEASED ESTATE ADMINISTRATOR

LOCATION: Tableview

SALARY: R 15 000 CTC - R 23 000 CTC

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional work?

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deceased Estates Administrator who takes pride in accuracy, professionalism, and delivering work of the highest standard. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives under pressure, has exceptional attention to detail, and firmly believes in quality over quantity. Our client values individuals who take ownership of their responsibilities and ensure that every task is completed thoroughly and correctly.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of deceased estates from start to finalisation
• Prepare and submit documentation to the Master of the High Court
• Liaise with beneficiaries, executors, financial institutions, and relevant stakeholders
• Ensure all estate documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant
• Maintain organized records and manage deadlines effectively
• Handle sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience in deceased estate administration
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work well under pressure without compromising standards
• A strong quality-over-quantity approach to daily responsibilities
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• A professional, reliable, and responsible work ethic