Road Accident Fund
Officer Legal Cost Validation (x2 Positions)
Organization Overview
The Road Accident Fund operates as a statutory insurance provider offering compulsory cover to South African motorists for liabilities resulting from traffic accidents. Our mandate specifically excludes property damage claims.
Position Overview
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Location: East London, Eastern Cape
Experience Requirement: 3+ years in Legal/Claims environment
Education: Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Law (Admitted Attorney preferred)
Core Responsibilities
Legal Cost Assessment
- Evaluate legal cost documents against RAF regulations and court rules
- Process pre-taxation assessments and block settlement evaluations
- Prepare executive cost summaries for management review
Service Provider Management
- Assess attorney/advocate invoices against service agreements
- Verify expert witness disbursement claims
- Monitor compliance with service level agreements
Court Proceedings Handling
- Represent RAF in magistrates’ and high court taxations
- Prepare and argue cost review applications
- Manage litigation-related cost negotiations
Payment Processing & Reporting
- Authorize validated cost payments within approval limits
- Maintain daily transaction records and performance metrics
- Coordinate payment batches with Finance Department
Required Qualifications
- NQF Level 7 qualification in Legal Studies
- 3 years’ practical experience in legal cost management
- Court procedure knowledge and legal research skills
Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit applications through the RAF careers portal. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
Important Notice
No application fees are required at any recruitment stage. Candidates are encouraged to use free CV-building resources to prepare their applications.
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