Estate Operations Administrator - Fixed Term

Estate Operations Administrator - Fixed Term PUBLICAFFAIRS.WORK Auckland CBD, Central Wellington, Christchurch, New Zealand At Public Trust, we’re passionate about empowering New Zealanders to build and protect their legacies and we do that through our incredible team of people. As an autonomous Crown entity, we are trusted by Kiwis to guide them through life’s most important moments. Today, we’re proud to be New Zealand’s largest and most experienced trustee services organisation, leading and shaping the future of our industry. Our work spans estate management, corporate trustee services, charitable trusts, and investments, delivering specialist care and expertise that makes a real difference for people. When you join us, you become part of a team that creates an impact that lasts. Ready to learn more? Explore our website and check out our YouTube videos to see how we’re shaping the future. About the role | Mō te tūranga Behind every great customer outcome at Public Trust is a team making sure the details are right. As an Associate (Estate Operations Administrator) in our Functions team, you’ll support Trustees with the administrative and operational work that helps keep things moving smoothly for our customers. This is a varied, behind-the-scenes role where no two days look exactly the same. You’ll work across different processes, systems and tasks - reviewing information, processing transactions, completing quality checks, and helping resolve internal queries. You won’t be customer-facing, but your work will make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive team where knowledge is shared, questions are welcomed, and everyone plays a part in delivering great outcomes. In this role, you’ll: Process and review a range of administrative and operational tasks with care and consistency. Complete quality checks, data validation and transaction processing across multiple systems. Support Trustees and internal teams by helping resolve queries and keeping work on track. Build your knowledge across a variety of functions, processes and workflows. This is a fixed term position until March 2027. You’re someone who takes pride in doing things properly. You enjoy organized, detail-focused work and get satisfaction from knowing the information, process or task has been completed accurately. You may come from administration, banking operations, insurance, legal support, financial services, payroll, accounts administration or another environment where attention to detail, organization and follow-through are important. You don’t need previous trustee experience. What matters most is your confidence working with systems, willingness to learn and ability to adapt as priorities change. If you enjoy structured work, steady problem-solving, and being part of a collaborative team, this could be a great next step. We’re looking for someone who has: Strong administration experience and excellent attention to detail. The ability to prioritize work, manage changing workloads, and work across multiple systems. A proactive, solution-focused approach and genuine willingness to learn. A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to a supportive team. What we offer | Ā mātou mahi At Public Trust, we have a strong sense of purpose and shared values that put people at the heart of everything. We offer an inclusive and collaborative work environment, underpinned by our culture of care. Our people love that they’re making an impact for our customers, communities and New Zealand. You’ll have access to competitive salary and ongoing development opportunities, and we offer a range of great benefits, including; Learning and development You will have opportunities to build your career, access to continuous learning and development, and the option to undertake paid study Wellbeing You’ll have access to workshops, activities and support services designed to help you feel your best - physically, mentally and emotionally Birthday Leave Take a paid day off for your birthday! Protecting what matters most You can get your will and enduring power of attorney sorted for free. To be considered for this position, you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr