Remote Law Costs Draftsman

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

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a skilled Law Costs Draftsperson to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work within a supportive legal environment. Responsibilities include drafting bills for diverse legal cases, preparing cost schedules, and providing client advice. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in case management software and a strong grasp of costs drafting.

Benefits

Company Pension

Holiday Package

Remote / Hybrid working policy

Quarterly team events

Long term training and progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost drafting.
• Comprehensive understanding of various case types.
• Proficiency using case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft bills of costs for various cases including PI and clinical negligence claims.
• Prepare schedules for trial and negotiate Cost Budgets.
• Conduct regular file reviews and ensure timely progression of matters.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Independence

Commitment to Deadlines

Tools

Costs Master

Proclaim

Job description

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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.