Costs Draftsman
Manchester & Sheffield Office
Hybrid 5 times a month
Salary £30,000 – £50,000
Fantastic career projection
Supports study for ACL

The Firm
An award-winning National law firm that offers a broad spectrum of services for personal or business clientele. They work as a strong team of people working together and offer their staff a friendly and inclusive environment.
They value their employee’s individuality and what you can bring.  They offer support and push boundaries so you can see yourself making a real difference to their clients and communities.
They are seeking an experienced costs professional to join our Commercial Litigation costs team.  This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a dynamic national team, working on high-value and complex commercial matters.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Involved in preparing Bills of costs for detailed assessment/provisional assessment as well as litigation through the court process
• You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner
• Part of your role will include interaction with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case
• Provision of technical support to fee earners and possible involvement in training of junior members of the team.

Requirements:
Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs
Basic knowledge of legal procedures
Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures
A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities
Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team