OverviewJoin to apply for the Costs Lawyer role at DAC Beachcroft Dublin.ResponsibilitiesDay to day handling of a case load of complex paying party claims each of at least £100,000 claimed valueDraft points of dispute and provide legal advice on likely assessed outcomes relating to complex paying party claimsSupport the Legal Director of the complex (paying party) team with operations and delivery of the complex (paying party) serviceAct as a point of contact for clients, demonstrating knowledge and skill commensurate with experienceEnsure full compliance with clients' SLAs and DAC Beachcroft's internal protocolsTake responsibility for quality control and benchmark compliance on own caseload, including accuracy and timeliness of management reporting and informationEnsure strict and ongoing adherence to benchmark standards in all work undertakenDemonstrate a high level of financial management in respect of own filesHit, maintain and apply a consistent approach to all targets of chargeable time, financial performance, realisation rates, settlement rates and average claim spendAchieve a minimum budgeted annual target of 1,440 chargeable hours per year based upon a full time lawyerExercise full compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols on billing and credit controlSupport marketing and business development activity within the team e.g. attending marketing events and client trainingMaintain awareness of the firm\'s strategies and plansMaintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publicationsHandle confidential information in line with the firm\'s data security protocolWho you areIdeally ten years experience dealing with costs arising from litigation including drafting points of dispute and all aspects of challenging costs; candidates with less than ten years but with suitable competency will be consideredExperience of demonstrating technical leadership preferableAdvocacy experience is an advantage though not essentialTrack record of pursuing strategic points and liaising with clients with a strong customer service ethosQualified Costs Lawyer ideal, but applicants with extensive experience in costs disputes will be consideredConfident negotiator, able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writingStrong team working skills, flexible and self-motivatedExcellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise and manage workloadExperience in a pressurised and deadline-driven environmentAbility to adopt a commercial perspective to legal issuesProduce work to a high standard with excellent attention to detailWhat\'s in it for you?High levels of flexibility and a great work life balanceA well-rounded remuneration package including private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membershipOpportunities for growth and progression including professional fundingIn-person and remote social eventsOpportunity to get involved in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activitiesWe are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typePermanentJob functionLegalIndustriesLaw PracticeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at DAC Beachcroft Dublin by 2xSign in to set job alertsCriminal / Litigation Legal Counsel - West Midlands #J-18808-Ljbffr