Director of Negotiations Operations
Job Description
Job Description
About the Firm
We are a rapidly growing personal injury law firm known for delivering results and advocating for our clients. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Negotiations to lead our pre-litigation negotiation efforts from our Atlanta office. This senior-level role is ideal for a results-driven legal professional with deep expertise in personal injury and a strong background in management and settlement negotiation.
Position Overview
The Director of Negotiations will be responsible for overseeing and directly managing the firm’s team of pre-litigation negotiators. This includes setting negotiation strategies, guiding daily performance, and ensuring consistent, high-value outcomes for our clients. Hands-on leadership, excellent communication skills, and deep familiarity with the personal injury claims process is required along with the ability to manage a team and achieve daily performance goals and objectives.
As we continue to grow rapidly — with significant expansion anticipated in the near future — we are looking for a leader who thrives on challenges, adapts quickly, and is energized by building and refining systems in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who wants to be part of a high-performing team and play a key role in shaping the future of the firm. Previous management experience, including claims and/or collections would also be beneficial to this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Directly lead and manage a team of pre-litigation negotiators, including hiring, training, mentorship, and performance oversight
- Direct the negotiation strategy for personal injury claims, ensuring efficient and high-value settlements
- Collaborate with other directors to evaluate case readiness and support negotiators with accurate case valuation
- Serve as the final escalation point for complex, high-value, or disputed negotiations
- Monitor individual and team KPIs; drive continuous improvement and accountability
- Identify and successfully deploy changes aimed to improve negotiation processes
- Develop and refine negotiation protocols and communication standards
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards and firm policies in all negotiations
Minimum Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree
- Experience in personal injury law, with a strong focus on pre-litigation negotiations
- Manager experience (i.e. a direct manager of employees)
- At least 5 years in a leadership or management role within a law firm, legal department, or similar operations or service environment
- Demonstrated success in independently negotiating and resolving personal injury claims
- In-depth understanding of insurance policies, liability, damages, and the claims process
- Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
- Must be able to work in-office full-time at our Atlanta location (30328)
Desired Skills :
- Medical Claims, Adjuster, or Collections Experience
- Graduate degree
- 5+ years of management experience
- Previous experience leading a team of 10 or more individuals
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Personal injury law: 10 years (Preferred)
- direct manager (managing employees) : 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Sandy Springs, GA 30328 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sandy Springs, GA 30328: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Company DescriptionAbout the Firm
We are a rapidly growing personal injury law firm known for delivering results and advocating for our clients. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Negotiations to lead our pre-litigation negotiation efforts from our Atlanta office. This senior-level role is ideal for a results-driven legal professional with deep expertise in personal injury and a strong background in management and settlement negotiation.
Company Description
About the Firm\nWe are a rapidly growing personal injury law firm known for delivering results and advocating for our clients. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Negotiations to lead our pre-litigation negotiation efforts from our Atlanta office. This senior-level role is ideal for a results-driven legal professional with deep expertise in personal injury and a strong background in management and settlement negotiation.