Costs Draftsperson - Remote

CV Screen; City Of London; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsperson to work fully remotely. The role involves preparing Bills of Costs and managing applications for interim payments. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in multi-track personal injury cases, proficiency in Costs Master, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 along with excellent benefits including strong career support and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Excellent benefits

Strong career support

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience drafting Bills of Costs across multi-track, personal injury, and clinical negligence files.
• Proficiency in using Costs Master software.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft detailed Bills of Costs and supporting documentation for a variety of case types.
• Prepare and file Costs Budgets and Points of Dispute/Reply where necessary.
• Liaise with Counsel and the Court, including preparation of papers for hearings.
• Manage applications for interim payments and assessment processes.
• Collaborate with fee earners and the finance team regarding settlements and compliance with court orders.

Skills

Drafting Bills of Costs

Using Costs Master

Strong communication skills

Tools

Costs Master

Job description

Costs Draftsperson – Remote

Location: Fully Remote | Salary: Up to £40,000 + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join a well-established legal firm that specialises in personal injury and clinical negligence. This is a fully remote role offering a salary of up to £40,000 and a fantastic benefits package. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing Bills of Costs, Costs Budgets, and supporting documents for the firm’s high-value and multi-track caseload. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team in a forward-thinking, tech-savvy legal environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft detailed Bills of Costs and supporting documentation for a variety of case @types.

• Prepare and file Costs Budgets and Points of Dispute/Reply where necessary.

• Liaise with Counsel and the Court, including preparation of papers for hearings.

• Manage applications for interim payments and assessment processes.

• Collaborate with fee earners and the finance team regarding settlements and compliance with court orders.

What Experience is Required

• Proven experience drafting Bills of Costs across multi-track, personal injury, and clinical negligence files.

• Proficiency in using Costs Master software.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £40,000 depending on experience

• Excellent benefits including fully remote working, strong career support, and a collaborative team environment.

Location

Office based in Taunton, however this is a fully remote role.

How to Apply

Please send your CV in strict confidence to Giselle Whitton at CV Screen to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.

Alternate Job Titles

• Legal Costs Draftsperson

• Costs Lawyer

• Law Costs Negotiator

• Costs Specialist