Fast Track Costs Draftsman

Aspire Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal costs firm is seeking a Fast Track Costs Draftsman in Liverpool. The successful candidate will prepare various costs documentation, ensuring high-quality delivery to clients. Key responsibilities include managing caseloads and communicating effectively. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of relevant experience, proficiency in CostsMaster, and strong communication skills. A salary range of £30,000 – £40,000 is offered, along with professional development opportunities and a supportive working culture.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

8 hours 'Me Time'

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunities for progression

Friendly working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience drafting Fast Track Bills and Schedules.
• Proficiency in CostsMaster is essential.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Preparing Fast Track Schedules of Costs, Bills of Costs, and Part 8 documentation.
• Managing a varied caseload and meeting strict deadlines.
• Maintaining an excellent understanding of litigation processes.

Skills

Fast Track Bills drafting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

2 years’ experience drafting Fast Track Bills

Tools

CostsMaster

Proclaim

Excel

Job description

Overview

Position: Fast Track Costs Draftsman

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Costs Draftsman with a strong background in Fast Track litigation? Do you have a solid understanding of the costs process and pride yourself on accuracy, efficiency, and excellent client service? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

I’m recruiting on behalf of Your Legal Costs, a respected and expanding specialist in the field of legal costs. Due to continued growth, they’re looking to add a talented Fast Track Costs Draftsman to their Liverpool-based Drafting Department.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for preparing a variety of Fast Track costs documentation across multiple case types, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery to both internal and external clients.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving Fast Track Schedules of Costs, Bills of Costs, and Part 8 documentation
• Preparing Fixed Costs Schedules and N260 Statements of Costs
• Managing a varied caseload and meeting strict deadlines
• Communicating effectively with clients and third parties via email and phone
• Maintaining an excellent understanding of litigation processes and case management
• Assisting with the training and development of junior team members
• Staying up to date with CPR and costs management procedures

Experience with issuing Part 8 proceedings and a working knowledge of phasing and the costs management process would be advantageous.

About You

You’ll be a motivated and detail-focused Costs professional with:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience drafting Fast Track Bills and Schedules
• Proficiency in CostsMaster (essential) and Proclaim (advantageous)
• Good knowledge of Excel and general IT systems
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organisational ability
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning

Experience across multiple case types—such as Housing Disrepair, Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Industrial Disease, NIHL, Serious RTA, and Commercial Litigation—will be beneficial.

What’s in it for you?

In return, you’ll join a professional, supportive business that values your skills and helps you grow your career.

• Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
• 22 days annual leave bank holidays (office closed at Christmas)
• Birthday off (or nearest working day)
• 8 hours “Me Time” each year for personal appointments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress within specialist departments
• Friendly and collaborative working culture