Costs Draftsperson

Law Staff Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Costs Draftsperson (Legal Aid) in London. This role offers flexible working arrangements and a chance to work with a caring team focused on professional growth. Key responsibilities include preparing Legal Aid claims, drafting bills, and liaising with various stakeholders. Candidates should have relevant legal experience and excellent IT skills. Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Highly organised.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent IT skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications, Leap, and document management systems.
• Self-starter and results-driven.
• Innovative in approach to billing systems for efficient results.
• Clear understanding of Civil Legal Aid Billing.
• Strong academic background.
• Legal experience as a Costs Draftsman or a Costs Lawyer.
• Clear understanding of Legal Aid Agency rules on costs.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in drafting legal aid bills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process Legal Aid Claims and inter partes bills.
• Draft High Cost Case Plans (an advantage).
• Complete post-assessment work efficiently.
• Liaise and advise fee earners and support staff on various legal costs matters.
• Correspond with third parties such as experts and counsel.
• Upload claims to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA).
• Implement recommendations made by the Director following monthly reviews.
• Ensure compliance with the bill/case management system.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Costs Draftsperson (Legal Aid) for our Client. They offer flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team in a supportive work environment that is committed to professional growth.

About The Firm

My client, a rapidly growing organisation within the legal sector, is looking to hire a highly organised Legal Aid Billing Coordinator to join their finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on legal aid billing matters, collaborating with fee earners, third parties, and support staff to ensure effective and efficient billing processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process Legal Aid Claims and inter partes bills
• Draft High Cost Case Plans (an advantage)
• Complete post-assessment work efficiently
• Liaise and advise fee earners and support staff on various legal costs matters
• Correspond with third parties such as experts and counsel
• Upload claims to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA)
• Implement recommendations made by the Director following monthly reviews, ensuring timely completion
• Ensure compliance with the bill/case management system

Qualifications

• Highly organised
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent IT skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications, Leap, and document management systems
• Self-starter and results-driven
• Innovative in your approach to billing systems in order to achieve efficient results
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of Civil Legal Aid Billing
• Strong academic background
• Legal experience as a Costs Draftsman or a Costs Lawyer
• Clear understanding and application of the Legal Aid Agency rules relating to costs
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in drafting legal aid bills
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing firm
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Flexible work arrangements available

If you're a Costs Draftsperson ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36899.

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