You will play a pivotal role in delivering a full costs service, with a strong focus on defendant (paying party) work. The position requires a high level of analytical skill and experience in challenging costs.,

Working predominantly on paying party files
Reviewing and analysing costs claims
Drafting detailed Points of Dispute, challenging claimant bills of costs
Negotiating costs settlements
Progressing matters through to detailed assessment hearings where required
Manage a busy costs caseload, particularly paying party matters, with accuracy and attention to detail
Work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the Costs Team
Remain organised and methodical when dealing with complex and technical Points of Dispute
Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, fee earners, and external stakeholders
Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Take a commercial and proportionate approach to negotiations, case strategy, and time recording

Join our dynamic and reputable law firm. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we pride ourselves on delivering top-tier legal services. We are now seeking a skilled and motivated Costs Drafter to join our expanding team., Proven experience as a Costs Drafter and/or Costs Negotiator
Strong, practical experience working on defendant (paying party) costs matters
Demonstrable expertise in drafting Points of Dispute and analysing claimant bills
Experience negotiating settlements on behalf of paying parties
Strong drafting, analytical, and organisational skills
Good working knowledge of costs law and detailed assessment procedures
Confidence using IT systems (e.g. Proclaim, Costs Master or similar) and willingness to learn new technologies
A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to manage your own workload
Experience handling complex or high-value costs disputes
Advocacy or attendance at detailed assessment hearings
Familiarity with a range of case management systems
Broader experience across both claimant and defendant costs work

Are you an experienced Costs Drafter?
How would you like to work for an award-winning law firm?
Do you want to be part of a friendly, down-to-earth team with a great atmosphere?
Looking for autonomy, flexibility, and a positive work-life balance?, Flexible working arrangements
Agile/hybrid working
Well-being package inc (financial, physical, mental and dietary heath support)
Free parking
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefit (subject to service eligibility)
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life Assurance
Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
Holiday sale & purchase scheme (subject to service eligibility)
Season ticket & travel support
Payroll giving scheme
Social events & clubs
Internal referral scheme
Retail vouchers/cashback schemes
Early monthly pay scheme
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme

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