Cost Draftsman

Reed; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Training and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Reed in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to join a specialist law firm. You will manage the billing process from preparation through to submission, focusing on Legal Aid costs and related fees.

This role requires strong knowledge of Family Legal Aid processes, audits and KPIs, with hands-on CCMS experience and advanced Excel (VLOOKUPS and Pivot Tables). The position offers hybrid working after probation and a supportive path for professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Legal Aid costing and billing.
• Strong knowledge of Family Legal Aid processes and procedures.
• Experience working with Legal Aid audits and KPI requirements.
• Working knowledge of the CCMS system.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUPS & Pivots.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Aid bills.
• Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Help bills.
• Apply for Payments on Account (POA).
• Manage and progress VHCC matters.
• Work within the CCMS system and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with relevant parties regarding Counsel fees, Court fees, Process Server fees and other disbursements.
• Proactively obtain final court orders and Legal Aid certificates.

Skills

Legal Aid costing

Billing

CCMS

Microsoft Excel

VLOOKUPS

Pivot Tables

Tools

CCMS system

Microsoft Excel

VLOOKUPS

Pivot Tables

Job description

Costs Draftsman

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE
Working Pattern: Office-based during probation, then hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)

About the Role

An established and highly regarded specialist law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to join its growing team in Nottingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Aid billing professional with strong family law experience to play a key role in ensuring the efficient progression, management and recovery of Legal Aid costs. Working closely with fee earners and key stakeholders, you will manage the billing process from preparation through to submission, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Aid bills.
• Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Help bills.
• Apply for Payments on Account (POA).
• Manage and progress VHCC matters.
• Work within the CCMS system and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with relevant parties regarding Counsel fees, Court fees, Process Server fees and other disbursements.
• Proactively obtain final court orders and Legal Aid certificates.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience in Legal Aid costing and billing.
• Strong knowledge of Family Legal Aid processes and procedures.
• Experience working with Legal Aid audits and KPI requirements.
• Working knowledge of the CCMS system.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUPS & Pivots

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £35,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation (3/2 split).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Contributory pension scheme.