Estate Services Officer

Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 503240
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: ASO4
Salary Range: $74,315 - $77,901
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Wednesday 5th October 2022

About the Opportunity

As an Estate Services Officer, you will be required to provide an exceptional service within our Estate Services branch by providing an administrative service to individual customers for complex trusts and estates under the incumbent’s control, including the provision of advice and liaising on real estate sales, taxation matters and the collection or transfer of estate assets. You will play an important role in driving the positive culture of the branch.

About You

You have the proven ability to communicate with a wide range of people, both verbally and in writing. You enjoy problem-solving and can effectively manage conflict situations. You have experience working within a legislative framework. You will enjoy working independently while managing a caseload and contributing to organisational growth and development as a member of a professional team. You will enjoy the opportunity to contribute to business improvement by identifying operational efficiencies and are keen to share knowledge and experience.

If you think you possess some or all the following qualities, we encourage you to apply:

• A passion to deliver a high standard of customer service
• Have excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective relationships with stakeholders
• You care about what you do, and how you do it
• You have proven skills in managing a caseload and working within a legislative framework
• Have a high level of competence with numerical calculations and preparation of financial statements
• You enjoy delivering quality results and being accountable for the work that you do

About the Business

The Public Trustee plays an important role in managing the personal, legal and financial affairs of those people in the community who lack the capacity to manage their own affairs. The Public Trustee also provides eligible South Australians with access to Will making services, powers of attorney preparation and deceased estate and trust administration.

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also Public Trustee, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.publictrustee.sa.gov.au/.

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

• Employment-related Screening Check required.
• Some out of hours work may be required.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Lejla Murtic, Human Resources Consultant, Public Trustee on 8226 9380 or Lejla.Murtic2@sa.gov.au.

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.

Applications close: 05/10/2022 11:30 PM