Deceased Estate Administrator

Danté Personnel Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel Cape Town is recruiting a Deceased Estates Administrator to manage estate administration from inception to finalisation in Tableview, Western Cape. Salary is indicated as R15 000 CTC to R23 000 CTC per month.

The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of liaising with beneficiaries, executors and financial institutions while ensuring compliance and timely filing. Experience with Master of the High Court submissions and discreet handling of sensitive

Qualifications

• Previous experience in deceased estate administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain accuracy.

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 stakeholders
• Ensure all estate documentation is accurate, complete and compliant
• Maintain organized records and manage deadlines.

Skills

Deceased estates administration

Detail-oriented

Organised

Job description

SA - Western Cape, MilnertonDECEASED ESTATE ADMINISTRATOR
LOCATION: Tableview
SALARY: R 15 000 CTC - R 23 000 CTCAre 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
• 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

Consultant: Joss Suffield - Dante Personnel Cape Town - Century City