Legal Advisor

Legal Specialist Recruiter at Accredited Resource Consulting Services

Job Title: Legal Advisor

Location: Centurion

Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Start Date: February 2026

First-Round Interviews: Before 19 December 2025

Package: R580 000 – R680 000 per annum (R48 000.00 - R56 000.00 CTC per month)

The Legal Advisor will manage the full lifecycle of claims-related legal work, including registration, assessment, investigation, litigation support, and settlement.
The ideal candidate will have experience in Personal Injury or Third-Party Claims Litigation, strong legal analysis capability, and sound judgment

• Assess and analyse claims to determine coverage, merits, liability, and quantum.
• Investigate facts, obtain statements, consult with relevant parties, and instruct experts where necessary.
• Conduct independent legal research on case law, legislation, and legal authorities.
• Liaise with external attorneys regarding claim progression and litigation strategy.
• Assist in drafting pleadings, notices, and other litigation-related documents.
• Compile well-motivated legal opinions recommending defense, repudiation, or settlement.
• Negotiate settlements and legal costs.
• Manage a portfolio of claims in accordance with internal operational standards.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and provide updates on claim developments.
• Support risk management processes through research, reporting, and contribution to internal publications.
• Ensure high standards of professionalism and service delivery.
• Facilitate timely processing of settlement payments, invoices, and related costs.
• LLB or BProc qualification.
• Admitted attorney with 3–5 years post-admission experience in private practice.
• Ideal background in Personal Injury or Third-Party Claims Litigation.
• Experience or exposure to insurance litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Magistrates’ Court and High Court procedures.
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and ability to prepare professional reports.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of legal practice operations and the ethical duties of legal practitioners.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Legal

Legal Services