Costs Lawyer: Strategic Billing & Negotiation (Hybrid)

Birketts LLP; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare with BUPA

Subsidised gym membership

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Electric car scheme

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cambridge is seeking an ambitious Costs Lawyer or Costs Solicitor. You will prepare and assess costs bills, engage in negotiations, and provide ad hoc legal advice. The ideal candidate has a strong academic background and a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience, with proven costs negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for a flexible work schedule, and comes with a competitive benefits package including private healthcare and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant position.
• Prior supervisory experience is an advantage.
• Clear understanding of civil procedure rules related to costs.
• Experience of social housing disrepair and/or Court of Protection is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assess Bills of Costs and advise clients on settlement parameters.
• Manage costs budgets and attend hearings.
• Provide ad hoc advice on costs issues.
• Ensure compliance with file management processes.

Skills

Costs negotiation experience

Strong ability to work to tight deadlines

Excellent attention to detail

Analytical and organisational skills

Strong IT Skills

Compliant team player

Education

Strong academic background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading law firm in Cambridge is seeking an ambitious Costs Lawyer or Costs Solicitor. You will prepare and assess costs bills, engage in negotiations, and provide ad hoc legal advice. The ideal candidate has a strong academic background and a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience, with proven costs negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for a flexible work schedule, and comes with a competitive benefits package including private healthcare and performance bonuses.