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Salary£40,000 - £48,000
Hybrid (Office locations in Liverpool and Southport)
My client, a rapidly growing law firm specializing in personal injury and clinical negligence law, is seeking a Senior Cost Negotiator to join their expanding team.
My client operates as a leading law firm in the North-West of the UK, with a commitment to offering a hybrid working model that accommodates both office and remote work setups. With offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Southport, my client fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manages their own caseload using case management software.
- Instructs Counsel for Detailed Assessment/Oral review or conducts hearings independently.
- Hits agreed recovery targets and undertakes accurate valuation.
- Maintains constant communication with fee earners and provides updates to the head of the team.
- Adheres to SLAs and pipeline metrics, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Provides costs advice to legal teams and assists in bundle preparation.
- Attends team meetings and provides feedback on recoveries and fee-earning practices.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Possesses proven experience in dealing with high-value litigation and negotiation cases.
- Familiar with Proclaim and Cost Master software.
- Demonstrates strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
- Exhibits excellent customer service orientation and good general IT skills.
- Works effectively within a team and independently.
- Shows attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
What My Client Offers:
- Competitive salary with a bonus scheme (subject to targets being met).
- 35-hour working week and 35 days holiday per year (including bank holidays and Christmas Closure).
- Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option.
- Life Assurance Policy and Medicash policy covering dental, optical, and other medical expenses.
- Enhanced company sick pay and maternity, paternity, and IVF schemes.
- Flexible, agile working environment promoting work-life balance.
- Varied calendar of funded company social events.
- Monthly voucher awards.
Take the next step in your career journey and become part of a dynamic and inclusive team at my client's law firm. Apply now and embark on a rewarding professional journey with them. Send your Cv to Lois@douglas-scott.co.uk and I will call you to discuss this opportunity.
