Costs Lawyer

Liverpool – £30,000 - £40,000

Cost Lawyer/Draftsman
 
Liverpool/Hybrid
 
Hours: Full Time, Flexible
 
Salary: Competitive (To be discussed)
 
Are you seeking a new challenge in the legal sector? An opportunity has arisen for a talented Cost Lawyer/Costs Draftsperson to join a leading law firm based in Liverpool.
 
Joining a dynamic team, you'll play a crucial role in supporting various legal departments, including Clinical Negligence, Court of Protection, Civil Liberties, General Litigation, Family, and Immigration.
 
Desired Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a legal costs role, preferably with a focus on Claimants
• Strong ability to work independently and effectively manage tasks
• Proficiency with Cost Master and Proclaim software
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive and approachable attitude towards work

 
Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering efficient and timely service to clients in line with departmental SLAs
• Independently managing a caseload from inception to completion
• Handling various tasks including preparing Bills of Costs, Costs Budgets, and conducting negotiations
• Striving to achieve personal and departmental KPIs
• Maintaining up-to-date legal and cost knowledge through CPD training

 
Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary
• 25 days holiday allowance plus Bank Holidays
• Referral bonus scheme
• Access to PayCare Health Provider
• Pension scheme and Death in Service benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working arrangements including the option for hybrid working and provision of home office equipment
• Unlimited access to training academy courses

 
Ready to take your legal career to the next level? If you're passionate about making a positive difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Please send your most recent Cv to Lois@douglas-scott.co.uk