Estate Administrator

Role Overview

Join the Royal Bank of Canada’s growing Royal Trust team as an Estate Administrator in Ottawa. This full‑time position offers a salary range of $44,000 – $63,000 and provides vital support to clients throughout the estate administration process.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date client information across all internal systems.
• Process and reconcile estate accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies.
• Prepare and distribute required documentation, including tax filings, account statements and final disbursements.
• Communicate clearly with executors, beneficiaries and legal representatives via written, verbal and electronic channels.
• Assist in the preparation of estate reports and coordinate with the wider Royal Trust group to deliver seamless service.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, escalating complex issues to senior staff as needed.
• Support the team in continuous improvement initiatives and adhere to RBC’s risk‑management framework.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Previous experience in estate administration, trust services or a comparable financial services role.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with RBC’s internal platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary within the $44,000 – $63,000 range.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment within a leading global financial institution.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications are needed for the Estate Administrator role?

A tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or a related discipline and experience in estate administration or trust services are required.

Is the position full‑time and what is the salary range?

Yes, it is a full‑time role with a salary range of $44,000 to $63,000 per year.

What kind of support and development does RBC provide?

RBC offers professional development programmes, career progression pathways and a comprehensive benefits package.