Remote Law Costs Draftsman

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a skilled Law Costs Draftsperson to work fully remote. The role offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time options. Responsibilities include drafting costs for various legal matters and providing cost advice to clients. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for training and progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company Pension

Holiday Package

Quarterly Team Events

Long Term Training and Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost drafting, with understanding of various case types.
• Proficiency in using case management systems.
• Strong communication for advising clients.

Responsibilities

• Drafting bills of costs for various cases like PI claims and clinical negligence.
• Preparing schedules of costs and statements for trial.
• Conducting file reviews and meeting daily chargeable time targets.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Cost Drafting

Communication

Tools

Costs Master

Proclaim

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Client:

HarKaye Core Talent

Location:

chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Law Costs Draftsperson to join our clients growing team to work on a fully remote basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Law Costs Draftsperson to work with a dynamic and supportive legal team in a role that offers both flexibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to meeting deadlines and targets.

Job Title – Law Costs Draftsperson

Hours - Full Time / Part Time - Flexible Hours

Location – Fully Remote

Salary – Competitive DOE

Benefits – Company Pension, Holiday Package, Remote / Hybrid working policy, quarterly team events, long term training and progression

Benefits of Working from Home

• Fully remote
• Eliminate commuting time and costs
• Flexible hours to support work-life balance
• Autonomy to manage your own workspace and schedule
• Stay connected through regular virtual check-ins and team collaboration
• Access to all necessary tools and support for remote success

About the Role

• Drafting bills of costs for various cases, including PI claims, industrial disease claims, commercial matters, clinical negligence claims, and credit claims.
• Preparing schedules of costs and statements for trial.
• Providing cost advice to clients in writing or via telephone regarding settlement recovery or technical issues.
• Drafting and negotiating Cost Budgets, and preparing documentation for the CCMC. Attending CCMC/CMC hearings for advocacy related to Cost Budgets and/or directions.
• Conducting regular file reviews and utilising Proclaim to ensure timely progression of matters. Meeting daily chargeable time targets and yearly billing targets set by a Manager.

Experience Required:

• Proven experience in cost drafting, with a comprehensive understanding of various case types
• Proficiency in using a case management system and Costs Master (cost drafting software)

How to Apply:

This opportunity is being managed confidentially by HarKaye Core Talent. If you’re an experienced Law Costs Draftsperson looking for a new challenge within a well-regarded firm, we’d love to speak with you. Please apply with your CV or contact us directly to arrange a confidential conversation.