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SalaryCosts Draftsperson / Budgeter / Negotiator
Liverpool
Salary: Competitive £30,000 - £60,000 DOE)
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Full Time
I am currently working on a fantastic opportunity for a Costs Draftsperson / Budgeter / Negotiator to join the team at my client's firm. This role is open in, providing flexibility and a chance to contribute to the success of the dynamic legal environment.
About My Client:
My client's mission is to succeed and facilitate positive change in people's lives through unwavering support for clients, communities, and colleagues. The firm is driven by values of commitment, excellence, and success.
In this role, the selected candidate will:
- Draft bills of costs using CostsMaster drafting software in both traditional and electronic formats (Precedent S).
- Prepare Costs Budgets in form Precedent H, aligning with departmental requirements.
- Provide dedicated costs support to colleagues within the department and the legal business.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues and the Department Manager in a team environment, ensuring drafting expectations are met.
- Maintain awareness of claim lifecycles, ensuring timely service delivery and meeting colleague/management expectations.
- Identify and adhere to department/group objectives, showcasing initiative in managing a caseload autonomously.
- Liaise with colleagues to uphold departmental working practices and procedures.
- Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for the work, thinking independently and taking ownership of tasks.
- Degree level and/or Qualified Costs Lawyer or significant experience in Cost drafting for Large Loss complex files.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Bill Drafting or Budgeting role.
- Proficiency in using CostsMaster drafting software for bills in both traditional and Precedent S formats.
- Experience in drafting Bills of Costs in high-value cases such as Clinical Negligence, Professional Negligence, or Complex Large Loss Serious Injuries.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and research skills.
- Good understanding of the CPR, relevant legislation, case law, and costs industry regulations.
- Experience with Proclaim case management system (desirable).
- Diligence and high attention to detail.
- Personality and tenacity.
What My Client Offers:
- Very competitive salary.
- Hybrid and/or compressed hours working.
- Paid overtime if pre-authorized in advance.
- Clean professional office working environment with fantastic facilities in Liverpool City Centre or Bolton.
- Competitive salary, including 23 days minimum holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Free onsite gym, weekly classes, and wellbeing programmes.
- Discounted onsite restaurant, coffee shop/café.
- Secure bike storage.
- Discounted local parking.
- Opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with the wonderful law firm.
If this role sounds of interest and you would like to apply and discuss in more detail please give me a call on 0161 233 6360 and send a current CV to Lois@douglas-scott.co.uk
