Paralegal

Accredited Resource Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Legal Services is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Specialist Recruiter to join their Executor Bonds team. This full-time role involves managing executor bonds for deceased estates, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks, and providing exceptional service. Candidates should possess a paralegal or legal qualification and have at least two years of relevant experience. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in the administration of deceased estates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of executor bonds and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with legal firms for document collection and workflow.
• Maintain organized records of bond-related documentation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Paralegal or Legal qualification

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Legal Specialist Recruiter at Accredited Resource Consulting Services

Bond Executor (Deceased Estates Bonds & Securities)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our Executor Bonds team as Administrator.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with a legal or paralegal background and a passion for service excellence to contribute to the administration of deceased estates.

The role involves managing the lifecycle of bonds of security issued to the Master of the High Court, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal procedures.

Job Purpose :

The primary objective of this role is to oversee the end-to-end process of issuing and managing executor bonds on behalf of legal institutions appointed to administer deceased estates.

The role ensures that all activities are conducted in alignment with legal frameworks, internal policies, and service standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Accurately process and capture new applications for executor bonds within defined timeframes.

Monitor and manage each bond through its full lifecycle, ensuring timely follow-ups and status updates.

Liaise with legal firms and executors to collect outstanding documents and maintain workflow momentum.

Maintain thorough and organized records of all bond-related documentation and correspondence.

Resolve queries efficiently while upholding professional communication standards.

Apply comprehensive knowledge of relevant estate administration legislation and internal policy guidelines.

Foster and maintain strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth processing and exceptional service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience :

Grade 12 / Matric

Paralegal or Legal qualification (Mandatory)

At least 2 years' experience in the administration of deceased estates (Mandatory)

Insurance industry background : an added advantage

Seniority level : Associate

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Legal

Industries : Legal Services and Insurance