Costs Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Costs Lawyer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own caseload while collaborating with skilled cost specialists. You will be responsible for assessing and negotiating settlements, drafting detailed cost budgets, and overseeing the full cost recovery process. With a competitive salary up to £65,000 and a flexible hybrid working arrangement, this position is perfect for a motivated individual looking to further their career in a supportive environment. Join a firm that values ongoing training and offers clear pathways for career progression.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Company Pension Scheme

Ongoing Training and Development

Clear Career Progression

Convenient Location with Public Transport Access

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Strong track record in handling high-value costs cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload, working closely with a team of cost experts.
• Assess and negotiate settlements for multi-track costs.

Skills

Cost Law Knowledge

Civil Procedure Rules

Cost Budget Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Job description

Join a highly respected law firm renowned for offering top-tier legal advice to both businesses and individuals. As the firm continues to expand and strengthen its offerings, they are seeking an experienced and skilled Costs Lawyer to further enhance their team of dedicated cost specialists.

Responsibilities

1. Manage your own caseload, working closely with a team of cost experts to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.
2. Assess and negotiate settlements for multi-track costs.
3. Draft detailed cost budgets.
4. Oversee the full cost recovery process.
5. Formulate strategies to resolve complex cost disputes.
6. Ensure costs are recovered efficiently and effectively.
7. Provide expert guidance to colleagues and clients on cost-related matters.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Costs Lawyer with a proven ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Comprehensive knowledge of costs law and the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Strong track record in handling high-value costs cases.
• Skilled in drafting and managing cost budgets.
• Able to meet deadlines, prioritise effectively, and manage a varied caseload.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong legal insight and leadership skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent organisational, time-management, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits & How to Apply

• Competitive salary up to £65,000, based on experience.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear career progression pathways.
• Convenient location with easy access to public transport.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAF