Trainee Costs Lawyer

Clayton legal; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a motivated Trainee to join their Costs Team in Canterbury. This position offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates passionate about the legal sector, providing comprehensive training and support for the Costs Lawyer Professional Qualification. The role involves drafting essential legal documents, engaging with clients, and supporting various departments. With the potential for hybrid working after initial training, this is a fantastic chance to build a rewarding career in legal costs within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Support for Costs Lawyer Professional Qualification

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Recent degree in Law or a related field is essential.
• Exceptional attention to detail is paramount for this role.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal costs documentation such as bills and statements.
• Assisting with settlement negotiations and court preparation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Numeracy Skills

Analytical Abilities

Organisational Skills

Concise Writing

Education

Degree in Law

Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Are you a recent graduate with a keen eye for detail and a passion for the legal sector? My client, a forward-thinking and highly reputable firm, is seeking a motivated and meticulous individual to join their dynamic Costs Team as a Trainee.

This is a fantastic long-term career opportunity within the specialised field of legal costs.

The Role:

Working within a dedicated Costs Team, you will play a crucial role in maximising the recovery of legal costs.

This multifaceted position will see you supporting various departments, including Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury, and Clinical Negligence, as well as engaging with external clients.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will be varied and include:

- Drafting essential legal costs documentation such as bills of costs and statements of costs.
- Preparing points of dispute and crafting effective replies.
- Initiating costs and detailed assessment proceedings and applications.
- Assisting with settlement negotiations.
- Undertaking bundle preparation for court and other proceedings.
- Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors, and other legal professionals.
- Providing comprehensive day-to-day support to the Costs Team and other lawyers within the firm.

What My Client is Looking For:

My client is seeking a promising individual who can demonstrate:

- A recent degree, ideally in Law or a closely related field.
- Exceptional attention to detail this is paramount.
- Strong numeracy and analytical abilities.
- The capability to summarise and quantify large volumes of information effectively and write concisely in English.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and manage time efficiently.
- The capacity to work towards targets and perform effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
- A genuine and strong desire to build a successful career in the legal costs sector.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What My Client Offers:

This is a unique opportunity to develop into a successful Costs Lawyer.

Comprehensive training will be provided from day one.

Furthermore, the successful candidate will be fully supported and funded by my client to undertake the Costs Lawyer Professional Qualification (CLPQ) over a 24-month period.
The Costs Team is based in my client's Canterbury office.

After an initial training period, there is scope for hybrid working, offering a blend of office-based and remote work.
This is an outstanding chance to forge a rewarding career within a firm that truly values innovation and excellence.

Interested?

If you are a driven graduate ready to embark on a specialised legal career, please get in touch to receive an application form and further instructions on how to apply.