Remote Costs Draftsperson

Realm Recruit; United States; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join a rapidly expanding law firm specializing in personal injury and clinical negligence. In this pivotal role, you will prepare and manage detailed costs budgets and bills, providing essential support to legal teams. Your expertise will be crucial in maximizing cost recoveries and contributing to the firm's success. This dynamic firm values employee progression and inclusivity, offering ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive environment. If you're ready to advance your career and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme

Excellent work-life balance

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Remote working model

Qualifications

• Proven experience in drafting bills of costs and costs budgets is essential.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, communication, and IT skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed costs budgets and bills for legal teams.
• Provide strategic cost-related advice to maximize cost recoveries.

Skills

Drafting bills of costs

Cost budgets preparation

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

• Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour work week
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity
• Remote working model with only 2 days per month needed in the office
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

We are seeking an experienced Costs Draftsperson for our client, a swiftly expanding, client-centric law firm. Renowned for stability, the firm specialises in personal injury and clinical negligence law, offering ambitious professionals the opportunity to join a supportive team committed to leading the industry.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for diligent preparation and management of detailed costs budgets and bills, providing critical support to our legal teams. Your expertise will be central to maximising cost recoveries and contributing to the firm's ongoing success through efficient and strategic cost-related advice.

To excel in this role, you will need proven experience in drafting bills of costs and costs budgets. Exceptional organisational, planning, communication and IT skills will be essential. You will also need a keen attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines whilst managing daily workloads efficiently.

Our client prioritises employee progression and development, fostering an inclusive and diverse employee base. The firm passionately believes in supporting its employees' professional growth.

Are you seeking to advance your career in a dynamic, supportive environment? If so, seize this opportunity to make a significant contribution to a rapidly expanding, industry-leading firm.

How to apply for this role

If this sounds like the job for you, you can apply via this website by clicking ‘Apply’ above.

Alternatively, contact Brandon Ghent at Realm Recruit, to learn more about this opportunity or to register your interest.

Brandon is an Associate Consultant at Realm and specialises in the recruitment of clinical negligence and personal injury lawyers. Working with firms across Manchester, Merseyside and the wider North West, he recruits for catastrophic injury and clinical negligence roles at all levels. Brandon’s experience in the legal sector and expert market knowledge means that he is perfectly placed to help you take your next step.

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