Costs Lawyer/Draftsman

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious individual to join their growing national team. This role involves preparing Bills of Costs and engaging in litigation processes. You'll provide essential advice to clients and support fee earners while also having the opportunity to train junior members. With a commitment to well-being and a flexible working environment, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive atmosphere. Join a company recognized for its commitment to social responsibility and diversity, and take part in meaningful work that impacts both clients and the community.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Paid volunteering days

Westfield Health membership

Aviva Digital GP services

Qualifications

• Experience in-house or for an external supplier of Costs.
• Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment.
• Provide technical support to fee earners and train junior team members.

Skills

Experience in Costs

Legal Procedures Knowledge

IT Systems Proficiency

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

ACL Qualification

ILEX Part 1 Year 1

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About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role, you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case. You will also provide technical support to fee earners and may be involved in training junior team members.

About You

• Experience either in-house or for an external supplier of Costs
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures
• Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures
• A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Desirable: legal or financial qualifications e.g., ACL qualification, ILEX Part 1 Year 1
• Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments

Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35 hours of extra holiday too.
• Generous and flexible pension schemes.
• Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid).
• Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.

We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team, and client requirements.

We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!

Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.

Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity, and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment, and Our Pro Bono.