Job Description

SLS Solicitors is a leading legal practice in the North West specialising in housing disrepair. We are currently seeking a Costs Draftsperson & Negotiator to join their team in Oldham on a full-time, permanent basis.

In this role, the successful candidate will provide Cost Drafting support to colleagues within the organization, working closely with a close-knit team to ensure that individual and departmental scheduling expectations/targets are met.

The Costs Draftsperson will manage their allocated drafting caseload and be responsible for the timely production of accurate, high-quality bills of costs, primarily in Housing Disrepair claims.

The Costs Draftsperson would then be responsible for pro-actively chasing offers and negotiating with the paying party.

The ideal candidate:

At least 2 year of experience in a Bill Drafting role. Be proficient in using costs drafting software to draft bills. Have excellent communication, organization and research skills. Have a good understanding of legislation, case law regarding housing disrepair claim and costs industry regulations. Be diligent with high attention to detail. A degree level qualification or qualified Costs Lawyer would be desirable, as well as experience using a case management system.
The candidate should be enthusiastic about the work and able to work autonomously and within a team environment while showing initiative in dealing with complex matters.

The candidate should also be agile and responsive to work, adapting to change and evolution within the business. If you have the drive, determination, and ambition to succeed in this exciting opportunity, SLS Solicitors would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Costs drafting and negotiating: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person