Costs Draftsperson

G2 Legal Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to provide expert costs support for housing disrepair and related claims. The role offers flexible working and career development, alongside a competitive salary plus a bonus scheme. You will draft and negotiate costs, prepare court documents, and supervise junior paralegals. Applicants should have at least 2 years of legal costs experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible start/finish times

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in legal costs.
• Experience with Costs Master is desirable.
• Ability to manage a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate legal costs for claims.
• Prepare bills and budgets for court hearings.
• Liaise with fee earners for cost recovery.
• Supervise junior team members.

Skills

Legal costs experience

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work to deadlines

Job description

Title: Costs Draftsman

Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid)

A respected regional law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to join its established legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, people-focused practice offering flexible working and genuine career development.

The Role:

You'll provide expert costs support to fee earners and solicitors, preparing and negotiating costs schedules for Housing Disrepair,Statutory Nuisance and related civil claims. You'll also assist in recovering costs efficiently post-settlement and supervise junior costs paralegals within the in-house team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate legal costs for Housing Disrepair and Breach of Contract claims
• Prepare bills and budgets for court hearings
• Liaise with fee earners to ensure accurate, timely cost recovery
• Support and oversee junior team members

About You:

• 2 yearsor more of legal costs experience (Costs Master knowledge desirable)
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
• Confident working to deadlines in a busy environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plusbank holidays andbirthday off
• Flexible start/finish times & hybrid working

Apply now to join a forward-thinking law firm that values its people and rewards excellence.