Estate Specialist

FirstRand Limited; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Self-development

Challenging environment

Job summary

FirstRand Limited, Bloemfontein-based, is seeking an Estates Specialist to manage end-to-end Deceased Estates Administration in compliance with the Estates Act. The role requires 5–8 years’ fiduciary experience, strong drafting and stakeholder skills, and an LLB degree.

You will handle client relationships, risk and compliance, and complex estate matters in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has experience with farming properties and related estate duties, with on-site duties and

Qualifications

• LLB degree essential and fiduciary background preferred.
• 5–8 years’ experience administering complex deceased estates, high net worth clients.
• Experience with businesses, farming properties, and estate tax considerations advantageous.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end deceased estates administration in terms of the Estates Act.
• Manage customer relationships and escalations within fiduciary services.
• Apply legal knowledge to solve complexities in estate administration.
• Draft documentation and ensure risk and compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Drafting skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Compliance risk

Farming properties

Communication

Education

LLB degree essential

Job description

## Estate SpecialistApply: Bloemfontein: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 9, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R50098# **Job Description**To manage the professional onboarding, administration, and finalisation of deceased estates in full compliance with the Administration of Estates Act 66 of 1965 and all applicable legislation. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strict adherence to legal and procedural standards throughout the estate administration process.**Hello Estates Specialist**Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.As part of our Estates Specialist team, you will be surrounded by unique professionals with, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective changeThis position is based in **Bloemfontein**. Applicants should be willing and able to work from this location.**Are you someone who can:*** Independently manage end to end Deceased Estates Administration in terms of the administration of estates act* Manage customer relationships and escalations* Analytical thinker and ability to utilise legal background/knowledge to problem solve complexities that arise in estate administration* Understanding and practical knowledge of Business entities, Estate Duty, Capital gains and Income tax relating to deceased estates* Good drafting skills and communication.* Ability and understanding of risk and compliance features within financial (fiduciary) industry and managing complexity* Strong stakeholder management* Deep Knowledge in Farming Properties, Companies and CC’s as part of Estate Administration**You will be an ideal candidate if you:*** LLB degree essential* CFP advantageous* Minimum of 5 - 8 years’ experience administering complex deceased estates/high net worth clients within a Fiduciary environment* Experience in dealing with businesses enterprises and farming properties advantageous* Ability to work under pressure and meet financial targets**You will have access to:*** Opportunities to network and collaborate* Opportunities for self-development* A challenging working environment* Opportunities to innovate**We can be a match if you are:*** An experienced fiduciary professional* Adaptable and curious* Able to analyse complex information* Thrive in collaborative environments and build networks#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # **Important Closing Date Note**# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**09/10/26All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.