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Costs Negotiator

Position type: Permanent

Location: North West

Sector: Costs

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

Experience: 2 - 4 years of experience required

Job Type: Full Time

Position Description

A leading Manchester law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Negotiator to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of fixed costs disputes while benefiting from hybrid working and a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage a caseload of fixed costs claims, ensuring efficient progression and resolution.
  • Review disputes, develop persuasive arguments, and negotiate favourable settlements.
  • Prepare cases for summary and detailed assessment, ensuring compliance with CPR Cost procedures.
  • Draft bills, Part 8 and Part 23 proceedings, and Replies to Points of Dispute in fixed costs cases.
  • Secure payments on account of costs at the earliest opportunity.
  • Attend costs hearings where required and provide technical support to the wider costs team.
  • Maintain the highest standards of client care and service delivery.
Requirements:
  • 2 to 5 years’ experience handling fixed costs claims.
  • Strong knowledge of CPR Cost procedures, Pre-Action Protocols, and case law related to fixed costs disputes.
  • Proven ability to negotiate settlements and progress cases efficiently.
  • Experience handling costs hearings (advocacy experience is desirable but not essential).
  • Ability to work to targets in a fast-paced environment.
What’s on Offer?
  • Competitive salary aligned with experience.
  • Hybrid working options for a great work-life balance.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent benefits package.

If you are a skilled costs negotiator looking to join a respected Manchester firm, apply today to find out more!

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

Job Benefits

The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working and benefits.

Job Requirements

2 to 5 years’ experience handling fixed costs claims.

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