Road Accident Fund
Officer Legal Cost Payment (3 Positions)
Employer: Road Accident Fund (RAF)
Location: Eastern Cape
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree/National Certificate in Law or related field
Experience Needed: 3+ years in legal claims environment
About the Organization
The Road Accident Fund is a government-mandated insurer providing coverage for traffic collision liabilities in South Africa. We focus on personal injury claims while excluding property damage liabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Cost Management
- Process and prioritize legal cost files from receipt to final payment
- Assess both taxed and untaxed bills of costs
- Prepare settlement offers and negotiate terms
- Represent RAF at court taxations and appeals
- Approve payments within authorized limits
- Provide expert guidance to internal teams and external partners
Writs Management
- Validate writ documentation accuracy
- Calculate applicable interest charges
- Verify payment recipients and amounts
- Identify potential cost recovery opportunities
- Advise management on writ-related matters
Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification (Law degree preferred)
- 3 years’ experience in legal claims processing
- Strong understanding of legal cost structures
- Court procedure knowledge
Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit applications through the RAF careers portal. Only applications received via the official portal will be considered.
Note: The RAF does not charge fees for recruitment processes. Report any payment requests immediately.
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