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Costs Draftsman

An award winning National law firm with a local reach working hard so you’ll feel a part of a friendly and inclusive environment.

They value you for who you are and what you bring and support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to their clients and communities.

They’re always looking to support their colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators.

Your Role and What You’ll Be Doing

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team.

You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process.

You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case.

You will also provide technical support to fee earners and you may be involved in training of junior members of the team. Ideally, you’ll have minimum two years’ experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services.

About You

• 1 years minimum experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs in PI/Clin Neg environment
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures
• Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures
• Be able to work in a pressurised and stressful environment
• A flexible approach enabling you to respond to rapid changes in working schedules and priorities
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Be prepared to work in their Central London office for 5 days per month

Part of their commitment to you is that they offer their staff an opportunity to Qualify as a Costs Lawyer.