Junior Costs Negotiator

Davies; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Costs Negotiator to join their dynamic legal team in Liverpool. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to engage in the exciting world of costs negotiation and legal document drafting. You will be responsible for managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and assisting in settlement negotiations, all while ensuring compliance with regulations. With a supportive work environment that values sustainability and innovation, this position provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in law, along with attractive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Health Care Cash Plan

Death In Service

Pension Contributions

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex

Access to Discounts

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths & English or equivalent is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and settling claims for costs and managing procedural aspects.
• Drafting legal documents and conducting evidential reviews.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Skills

Costs Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English

Degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Case Management Systems

Job description

Junior Costs Negotiator

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Liverpool

Description

This entry-level role involves assessing and settling claims for costs, managing procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment, and handling files. The role includes managing a caseload of end-of-life payables.

Key Accountabilities

• Drafting documents such as Chronology, Costs Strategy Document, Points of Dispute, basic Interlocutory applications, Part 18 requests, and Consent orders.
• Conducting evidential reviews and assessments, including detailed file reviews, preparing chronologies, assessing claims for costs, setting strategies and reserves, reviewing disclosures, and referring cases for supervision.
• Reporting tasks such as drafting advice on NDA files, preparing case outcome reports, and updating clients on case progress.
• Assisting in settlement negotiations by assessing settlement proposals and communicating with third parties.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.

Working Hours

35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. The primary location is Parklands, Bolton.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• GCSE Grade A-C or Level 5 in Maths & English or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience in costs negotiation and strategy setting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, and pay attention to detail
• Knowledge of litigation and costs process, case management systems, and drafting legal documents

Desirable:

• Legal office experience
• Degree or equivalent qualification

Values

Our culture emphasizes sustainability and success, driven by our core values: We are connected, dynamic, innovative, and succeed together.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus opportunity to buy/sell 3 days
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including Simply Health Care Cash Plan and WeCare support
• Death In Service after 1 year
• Pension contributions (5% employee / 3% employer)
• Additional schemes: Cycle to Work, Tech, Season Ticket Loan, Gym Flex
• Access to discounts and memberships at various outlets