Legal Advisor – Complex Recoveries

Company: Carpenters
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Job Purpose

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Complex Recoveries Legal Advisor to join the team. The role involves managing a full caseload of high-volume, high-value (over £10,000) litigated RTA recovery cases, delivering high-quality claims handling and maximising recoveries within agreed timescales to support the overall success of the business.

Key Duties & 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

Experience & Knowledge

  • Experience managing a full caseload of litigated RTA recovery or ULR claims is essential
  • Working 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

Equal Opportunities

We celebrate difference and believe in equal opportunities for all.

Benefits

  • 25 days’ holiday per annum
  • Hybrid working model (in relevant role)
  • 2x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
  • Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
  • Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
  • My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
  • Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
  • Life Assurance Scheme (4x salary)
  • Pension scheme
  • Funded driving theory test (in relevant role)
  • Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Funded social events to connect with your colleagues
  • Dress for your day policy

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Posted: June 26th, 2026