Complex RTA Recoveries Legal Advisor – Hybrid

Carpenters Group; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday per annum

Hybrid working model (in relevant role

2 x Volunteering days

Matched Giving - up to £250 matched

Medicash cash plan

My Medicash App

Discounts and cash back on travel and!

Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)

Pension scheme

Funded driving theory test

Wellbeing Champions

Training and development opportunities

Funded social events

Dress for your day policy

Job summary

Carpenters Group seeks a Complex Recoveries Legal Advisor to manage a full caseload of high‑value litigated RTA recovery cases, delivering quality claims handling and maximising recoveries within timescales. The role requires effective client communication and a practical approach to settlements.

The firm emphasises quality service, stakeholder collaboration and working in a target‑driven environment, with a supportive culture and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a full caseload of litigated RTA recovery or ULR claims.
• Knowledge of liability issues, including the Road Traffic Act and Article 75.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Demonstrable background in customer or stakeholder‑focused environments - with a strong focus on delivering quality service to clients and the wider firm.
• Competence using case management systems and MS Office.
• High attention to detail, organisation, and commitment to quality service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of high‑value litigated recovery files using the firm’s case management system
• Ensure accurate and timely updates on the case management system
• Progress cases efficiently using appropriate communication methods
• Provide professional, timely legal advice to clients with regular communication and expectation management
• Take a commercial and practical approach to settlement negotiations and risk advice
• Support team performance against recovery and lifecycle targets without compromising integrity
• Liaise with sources, experts, third‑party insurers, and other stakeholders
• Perform effectively in a target‑driven environment

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Case management

MS Office

Legal advice

Stakeholder management

Litigation recovery

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Carpenters Group seeks a Complex Recoveries Legal Advisor to manage a full caseload of high‑value litigated RTA recovery cases, delivering quality claims handling and maximising recoveries within timescales. The role requires effective client communication and a practical approach to settlements.

The firm emphasises quality service, stakeholder collaboration and working in a target‑driven environment, with a supportive culture and opportunities for development.