SMI 18264 - Trust Administrator – Pretoria (Firm Relocating to Sandton)
Employer Description
A well-established legal practice based in Pretoria, providing professional legal services with a strong focus on estate-related and fiduciary matters.
Job Description
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Trust Administrator to join their team. The position will be based at the firms Pretoria office initially, until the firm officially relocates to Sandton at the beginning of June 2026.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support in the management of trusts and assisting with related estate matters. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong interest in fiduciary services and a solid understanding of trust legislation.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the administration of trusts in line with the Trust Property Control Act
- Preparing and maintaining trust records and documentation
- Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, and relevant stakeholders
- Supporting compliance and regulatory requirements
- Assisting with basic estate administration processes
- General administrative and coordination duties within the fiduciary department
Qualifications
Minimum requirements (essential)- Matric/ National Senior Certificate
- Certificate or Diploma in Legal Studies
- Certificate or Diploma in Fiduciary Services / Trust Administration
- Paralegal qualification (advantageous)
- Studies in Estate Administration or Deceased Estates Practice (short courses included)
Skills
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience in trust administration or a similar fiduciary role
- Working knowledge of the Trust Property Control Act
- Basic understanding of estate administration
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong sense of accountability and professionalism
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- High level of integrity and confidentiality