LAW COSTS DRAFTSMAN(Manchester - Remote)
Position: Law Costs Draftsman
Location: (Remote)
Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
Working Arrangement: Remote working
Additional Benefits: Annual bonuses
About Us:
We are a prestigious nationwide law firm renowned for our comprehensive legal services and commitment to excellence. Our firm is headquartered in Manchester, but we are offering a unique, fully remote working opportunity for talented professionals looking to join our dynamic team.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Law Costs Draftsman to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring our clients' costs are meticulously prepared and managed. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of legal procedures and have experience in one or more legal departments. This role offers the potential for professional growth, including support in becoming accredited with the Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL).
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed and accurate bills of costs.
Conduct thorough negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
Engage in advocacy when necessary to support clients' cases.
Manage a caseload, to include high-value and complex HDR claims
Liaise effectively with in-house teams or external suppliers of costs.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and procedural standards.
Requirements:Proven experience working either in-house or for an external supplier of costs.
Basic knowledge of legal procedures.
Experience in one or more legal departments.
Strong ability to prepare bills of costs.
Preferred: Experience in negotiations.
Preferred: Advocacy experience
What We Offer:
Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum.
Annual bonuses based on performance.
Fully remote working opportunity, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
Comprehensive support in professional development and accreditation (e.g., ACL).
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