Costs Draftsperson/Lawyer

Anakin Seal Legal Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning UK law firm seeks a skilled Costs Draftsperson/Lawyer to join its dynamic team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to support senior handlers on a variety of legal cost matters, from low-value disputes to complex cases in personal injury, clinical negligence, and commercial litigation. The firm promotes a hybrid working model with full IT support, ensuring a flexible work environment. With a commitment to career progression and employee well-being, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their legal career in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Career progression support

Company pension

Medicash

Travel loans

Cycle-to-work scheme

Regular recognition initiatives

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in legal costs drafting.
• Proven experience drafting costs budgets and bills of costs.

Responsibilities

• Support senior handlers on all aspects of legal costs.
• Manage a caseload and negotiate settlements.

Skills

Legal Costs Drafting

Drafting Costs Budgets

Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

Negotiation Skills

Advocacy

Attention to Detail

Tools

Proclaim Case Management

CostsMaster

Job description

Costs Draftperson/LawyerLocation: Manchester
Salary:Up to £50,000, dependenton experience

Role Overview: An award-winning UK law firm, known for its high-calibre litigation services, is looking for an experienced Costs Draftsperson/Lawyer to join its established team. Supporting senior handlers onall aspects of legal costs, from low-value disputes and fixed recoverable costs to high-value, complex matters across personal injury, clinical negligence, and commercial litigation. This is a Manchester-based role offering long-term development and flexibility.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed:

• 5+ PQE in legal costs drafting

• Proven experience drafting costs budgets, bills of costs, Points of Dispute, Replies, and Schedules of Costs

• Comfortable with advocacy and attending hearings

• Experience managing a caseload and negotiating settlements

• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and Detailed Assessment process

• Experience with Proclaim Case Management and CostsMaster software

• A flexible approach, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication and negotiation skills

What’s On Offer:

• Up to £50,000 salary dependenton experience
• Hybrid working with full IT support for home setup
• 28 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Career progression with potential ACL support or training contract opportunities
• Company pension, Medicash, travel loans, and cycle-to-work scheme
• Inclusive workplace with regular recognition and wellbeing initiatives

Apply Now: If you’re a skilled Costs Draftsperson ready for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your CV today!