Costs Technical Analyst (12-Month FTC) — Hybrid Growth

Irwin Mitchell LLP; Birmingham, Manchester, Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Costs Technical Analyst for a 12-month maternity cover role in Birmingham. This position is ideal for a Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman looking to deepen technical expertise and advocacy skills. Responsibilities include providing technical support, guiding colleagues on costs matters, and participating in training efforts. The role offers a collaborative work environment, along with attractive benefits such as 25 days of holiday and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Volunteering days

Health membership benefits

Qualifications

• Moderate experience and developing technical understanding of costs law.
• Experience advising on costs matters from case inception to conclusion.
• Exposure to costs hearings with a desire to develop advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to case handlers across the business.
• Assist with the preparation of costs training materials.
• Support the recovery of legal fees in civil and commercial matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman qualification

Job description

A national law firm is seeking a Costs Technical Analyst for a 12-month maternity cover role in Birmingham. This position is ideal for a Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman looking to deepen technical expertise and advocacy skills. Responsibilities include providing technical support, guiding colleagues on costs matters, and participating in training efforts. The role offers a collaborative work environment, along with attractive benefits such as 25 days of holiday and flexible working arrangements.