Costs Draftsperson – High-Value Civil Litigation (Hybrid)

eNL Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Hybrid and flexible working options

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Costs Draftsperson for their Birmingham office. This hybrid role involves working on high-value civil litigation matters, producing detailed Bills of Costs, and collaborating with fee earners to ensure accurate documentation. Candidates must have proven experience in costs drafting, knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a supportive work environment and genuine career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience drafting Bills of Costs within a law firm or costs consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed Bills of Costs for formal assessment.
• Compile Schedules of Costs for summary assessment applications.
• Evaluate case files for required information.
• Confirm case details with fee earners.

Skills

Experience drafting Bills of Costs for high value complex cases

Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules

Familiarity with costs budgeting

Proficiency in costs drafting software

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Costs Draftsperson for their Birmingham office. This hybrid role involves working on high-value civil litigation matters, producing detailed Bills of Costs, and collaborating with fee earners to ensure accurate documentation. Candidates must have proven experience in costs drafting, knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a supportive work environment and genuine career progression opportunities.