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A dedicated costs consultancy providing expert services to law firms, corporations, and private clients. Specialising in cost drafting, budgeting, and recovery, the firm ensures precise and efficient handling of legal costs in complex litigation.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Costs Draftsman to join our growing agency. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in drafting and negotiating costs within commercial litigation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in preparing detailed bills of costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting Bills of Costs, Costs Budgets (Precedent H), and Points of Reply in commercial litigation matters
• Preparing and assessing costs schedules for high claims
• Negotiating costs settlements directly with opposing parties and clients
• Liaising with solicitors, fee earners, and clients to ensure accuracy in costing documentation
• Supporting the team in cost recovery strategies and advocating best practices in costs management
• Keeping up to date with costs-related case law and legislative changes

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 8 years in costs drafting, preferably within commercial litigation
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in drafting bills of costs for complex, high-value cases
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to advocate and negotiate favourable settlements
• Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills to ensure precise cost calculations
• Communication: Clear, professional interaction with clients and legal teams

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression in a specialist costs team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements

This role is perfect for a costs specialist looking to work in a tight-knit agency with a focus on high-value commercial claims. If you’re seeking a fresh challenge in a fast-paced and expert-led costs team, we’d love to hear from you!