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3 weeks ago

Costs Draftsperson

Position type: Permanent

Location: North West

Sector: Costs

Salary: £30,000 - £55,000

Experience: 2 - 4 years of experience required

Job Type: Full Time

Position Description

An award-winning law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join their in-house team in Liverpool. This is an exciting opportunity to work across various legal departments, providing expertise on a diverse range of case types.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a varied caseload of costs-related matters, servicing departments such as Clinical Negligence, Court of Protection, Civil Liberties, General Litigation, Family, and Immigration.
  • Draft detailed and accurate bills of costs, points of dispute, and replies.
  • Prepare schedules of costs for negotiations and settlement purposes.
  • Liaise with fee earners to provide advice on costs-related matters, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Attend costs assessments and hearings as required.
  • Keep abreast of costs law developments and procedural changes to provide accurate advice and draft documents effectively.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in a legal costs role, with a focus on claimant cases.
  • Advocacy experience is desirable.
  • Proven ability to handle a wide range of costs issues independently.
  • Strong knowledge of costs law, procedures, and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including access to training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunities for career progression within a supportive, award-winning firm.

This is an ideal opportunity for a dedicated Costs Draftsperson seeking to advance their career in a dynamic and progressive environment. If you're ready to take the next step, apply now to join a reputable firm in Liverpool.

To apply, please submit your details via the contact page, or contact Claire Heshon on LinkedIn

Job Benefits

The firm offer a competitive salary, flexible/hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive benefits package, including access to training and development opportunities and opportunities for career progression.

Job Requirements

A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a legal costs role, with a focus on claimant cases. Advocacy experience is desirable.

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