Trust Administrator

The Trust Administrator will provide administrative support to attorneys in managing trust-related matters. This role requires a professional individual with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fully digital environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in either legal or financial administration and the interpersonal skills to manage sensitive client interactions with compassion and professionalism.

Job title: Trust administrator
Area: Darrenwood, Randburg
Industry: Legal / financial services
Salary / CTC: R 15 000 (depending on current earnings, qualifications, and experience)
Report to: Attorneys
Type: Full time – office based

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and administer trust documentation and digital records.
• Process and maintain trust information using company’s bespoke software.
• Draft and prepare trust-related correspondence and documents.
• Liaise professionally with attorneys, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
• Support attorneys with accurate and timely administrative tasks.
• Address client queries empathetically and manage difficult situations professionally.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy in all administrative duties.

Qualifications and skills:
Qualifications:

• Matric (grade 12) essential.
• Further studies in legal administration, finance, or related field advantageous.

Skills:

• Strong computer literacy (MS Office Suite).
• Ability to learn and work on custom company software (training provided).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years’ administrative experience.
• Experience in a legal or financial environment highly beneficial.

Key competencies:

• Professional and presentable (physically and digitally).
• Client service orientation with compassion and understanding.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• High levels of confidentiality and discretion.

Working conditions:

• Office-based, full-time role.
• Standard office hours.
• Fully digital working environment with training provided on internal systems.

Posted on 21 Aug 14:03, Closing date 20 Sep