Job Description

We are working with a highly respected law firm seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to work on high-quality cases within a supportive and flexible environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing Points of Reply, Points of Dispute, and assisting with negotiations. Providing accurate costs advice to solicitors and fee earners. Attending detailed assessment hearings as required. Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. Navigating the detailed assessment process, which involves a formal review of the costs claim by an independent assessor. Negotiating with opposing parties to reach settlements or advocating for the firms position in disputes. Preparing and advising on costs budgets, which outline estimated costs for a case. Evaluating costs for both clients and solicitors, ensuring accurate and fair recovery of fees.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Costs Draftsman/Costs Lawyer within a legal environment. Strong technical knowledge of CPR and case law relating to costs. Skilled in drafting bills, schedules, and budgets across a variety of case types. Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability, and drafting skills. Confident communicator with the ability to advise and negotiate effectively. A Costs Lawyer Professional Qualification or equivalent qualification At least 2 years' experience is essential Experience in handling Housing Disrepair Costs Excellent knowledge of costs law and the Civil Procedure Rules

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary between 50,000 - 65,000 (DOE). Hybrid working model to support work-life balance. Opportunity to work with a leading firm handling complex and high-value cases. Career progression and development opportunities within an ambitious team. 23 days annual leave, in addition to bank holidays (increases with length of service) Your birthday off 1 paid volunteer day per year Milestone gifts with length of service Life insurance - 3 times your salary Pension contributions - minimum 3% employer contribution Private health care after 1 years' service Employee assistance programme Perkbox On-site gym On-site parking Regular events held by our Sports and Social Committee Social events - summer and Christmas Employee referral scheme
If you are an experienced Costs Draftsman looking for a new challenge with hybrid flexibility and excellent remuneration, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Life insurance Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Blackburn BB1 2EE