Overview
We are seeking an experienced OIC Portal Legal Advisor to join our expanding team. You will manage a caseload of fast-track RTA cases through all stages of the OIC portal. Our ideal candidate is a skilled negotiator with a proven track record in handling Fast Track RTA claims and possesses excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
* Manage a high volume caseload of Fast Track Personal Injury RTA Portal claims, following the OIC process, using the firm’s Case Management Systems and internal procedures
* Progress caseloads to ensure clients receive appropriate, professional, timely and pertinent legal advice with regular contact while managing expectations
* Identify early cases where proceedings would be tactically beneficial to litigate and proceed expeditiously
* Take a practical but commercial approach to settlements and advise clients on litigation/cost risks
* Achieve and exceed targets related to settlements and issuing, without compromising the firm’s integrity
* Liaise timely with sources, medical agencies, experts, third party insurers and other relevant parties to proactively progress cases
* Instruct Barristers to represent clients at hearings and obtain formal advice on quantum, where necessary, in line with internal policies
* Perform to a high level in a target-oriented environment
Experience & Knowledge
* Previous experience managing your own caseload of Fast Track RTA claims, or hands-on experience with related tasks
* Excellent negotiator with strong communication skills
* Competent with a case management system and good knowledge of MS Office
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Focus on delivering quality service to clients and the firm
About Us
Here at Carpenters Group, we’ve been providing legal and insurance services across the UK for over 30 years. We’ve grown from a small law firm into a 1500-strong team across seven office locations, working with household name insurers to deliver outsourced claim solutions and representation for individuals needing expert legal support. Our core values underpin how we behave; we foster a positive and informal working environment and encourage teamwork to perform at your best. We invest in training, development and social projects to help everyone connect and grow. No matter what stage of your career, Carpenters Group has a place for you to achieve your potential.
Benefits
* Minimum 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
* Hybrid working model
* Holiday buy and sell
* 2 x Volunteering days
* Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising
* Medicash cash plan for dental/physio/optical
* Medicash App with rapid digital physiotherapy and wellbeing tools
* Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
* Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
* Pension scheme
* Funded driving theory test
* Wellbeing Champions network for mental health support
* Training and development opportunities
* Funded social events
* Dress for your day policy
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Legal Services
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