Costs Draftsperson- UK Wide- Fully Remote

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Costs Draftsperson for a fully remote role. This position offers a unique opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who excels in independent work and is adept at managing deadlines. The ideal candidate will engage in drafting bills of costs across diverse cases, preparing cost schedules, and providing expert advice to clients. With a supportive environment and potential for career progression, this role promises to be both rewarding and challenging. If you are eager to join a forward-thinking firm that values growth and development, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme available

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a Costs Drafting role is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting bills of costs for various claims including PI and clinical negligence.
• Preparing schedules of costs and providing costs advice to clients.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Independent Work

Costs Drafting Experience

Tools

Proclaim

Costs Master

Job description

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Costs Draftsperson - UK Wide - Fully Remote

Client: Everpool Recruitment

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 13.04.2025

Expiry Date: 28.05.2025

Job Description:

Costs Draftsperson - UK Wide

Fully Homebased

Full Time & Part Time Available

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (Fully negotiable for the right candidate)

Bonus scheme available

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected client, who is looking to expand their team with the addition of an experienced Costs Draftsperson.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hard-working and self-motivated individual with a keen eye for detail, who thrives working independently and is confident managing deadlines and targets. There is also the potential for future progression, including the opportunity to lead a small team or manage a dedicated client account.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience in a Costs Drafting role (essential)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage their own caseload.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Experience using Proclaim and Costs Master would be advantageous (but not essential).

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting bills of costs for a variety of cases including PI claims, industrial disease claims, commercial matters, clinical negligence claims, and credit claims.
• Preparing schedules of costs and statements for trial.
• Providing costs advice to clients both in writing and over the phone on settlement recovery or technical issues.
• Drafting and negotiating Costs Budgets and preparing for CCMC hearings.
• Attending CCMC/CMC hearings to provide advocacy in relation to Costs Budgets and/or directions.
• Regularly reviewing files and managing tasks within Proclaim to ensure timely progression.
• Meeting agreed performance targets including daily chargeable time and annual billing targets.

This role requires someone who can work to the highest professional standards and in accordance with regulatory requirements, money laundering regulations, and industry codes of practice.

If you are looking to join a supportive and forward-thinking firm with opportunities for growth and development, we would love to hear from you.

If you feel your skills and experience meet the criteria for this position, please apply directly to this advert or contact Alicia at [emailprotected] or call 0151 556 2090.