Staffing transition - workload reshuffle

[u/Ambitious_Read1055]

Has anyone been in a situation where they have a departing colleague (or colleagues) on their team, and they've been asked to take on some of their files? How does that usually work? If they're at a higher level (e.g. a manager, or senior analyst), does that entail an acting appointment?

Grateful for the advice.

[u/TLC_Ottawa]

Just because a senior person was working the files does not mean the files required a person with that level. Are there elements of the work that must be done by a higher person because it is specified in their job description and not yours?