Senior Cost Negotiator

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in personal injury law is seeking a Senior Cost Negotiator to join their dynamic team. This role offers a hybrid working environment, allowing for a great work-life balance. You will manage high-value cases, instruct Counsel, and provide essential support to legal teams while achieving recovery targets. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing firm. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous holiday allowance, as you contribute to the firm's success.

Benefits

35-hour workweek

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday

Tax-efficient pension scheme

Life assurance

Medicash health policy

Enhanced sick pay

Flexible working environment

Regular social events

Monthly voucher awards

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-value litigation and negotiations.
• Proficiency with case management software and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload and achieve recovery targets.
• Provide costs advice and participate in team meetings.

Skills

High-value litigation handling

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Proclaim

Cost Master

Job description

Job Title: Senior Cost Negotiator

Location: Hybrid - Office locations in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Southport

About Fletchers Solicitors:

Fletchers is a rapidly growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Southport. We offer flexible hybrid working, a great work-life balance, competitive benefits, and opportunities for internal progression and training.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Managing own caseload using case management software
2. Instructing Counsel for assessments or conducting hearings
3. Achieving recovery targets
4. Accurately valuing cases
5. Communicating regularly with fee earners
6. Providing updates on forecasts, recoveries, and issue files
7. Meeting daily chargeable hours targets
8. Keeping MI data up to date
9. Managing aged debt
10. Reviewing points of dispute
11. Assisting in bundle preparation
12. Adhering to SLA and pipeline metrics
13. Providing costs advice to legal teams
14. Participating in team meetings and providing feedback

Candidate Requirements:

1. Experience handling high-value litigation and negotiations
2. Proficiency with Proclaim and Cost Master
3. Strong organisational and communication skills
4. Excellent time management and initiative
5. Teamwork and attention to detail
6. Ability to meet tight deadlines

What We Offer:

• 35-hour workweek
• Bonus scheme (based on targets)
• 35 days holiday including bank holidays, with options to purchase extra days
• Tax-efficient pension scheme
• Life assurance and Medicash health policy
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity, and IVF schemes
• Flexible working environment
• Regular social events
• Monthly voucher awards

Recent Achievements and Growth:

• Expansion following acquisitions and new office openings
• Increased training contracts and development programs
• High rankings with The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners
• Launch of Associate and Partner programs
• Fletchers Foundation charity to support injured individuals

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity and inclusion. Apply now to join our growing team!