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Costs Draftsperson – Legal Costs Department – Manchester

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join a leading law firm’s specialist Legal Costs Department in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled individual with a strong background in legal costs to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities:

Drafting & Documentation: Prepare and draft bills of costs, including Precedent S Electronic Bills, N260’s, Schedules for JSM, and Precedent H Cost Budgets using Costmaster software.
Issuing Notices: Oversee the issuing of Notice of Commencement and associated documents.
Budget & Cost Negotiations: Negotiate and agree costs with paying party solicitors, handle budget negotiations, and prepare Precedent R and Precedent T documents.
Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing expert advice and guidance on costs matters.
Assessment & Replies: Prepare Points of Reply and support matters for provisional/detailed assessments.
Desired Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in drafting legal costs documents, including Precedent S, N260, and Precedent H.
Strong knowledge of Costmaster software and other legal cost management tools.
Ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with stakeholders, including paying party solicitors.
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Good organizational abilities to handle multiple cases and deadlines.
What’s on Offer:

Hybrid Working: 2 days per week in the office (must be within reasonable commuting distance).
Work-life Balance: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Generous Benefits Package:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Option to buy/sell up to 5 days of annual leave.
Employee Referral Scheme and Group Incentive Plan (annual bonus).
Health & Wellbeing Programs: Gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
Life assurance cover, workplace pension, and discounts at over 700 services including cinema tickets, food, travel, and high street stores.

Professional Development:

Continuous Career Growth: You’ll receive support for ongoing professional development, including funding for external qualifications and training courses.
Award-Winning Firm: Join a firm that invests in your career, offering access to internal learning resources and development opportunities.
Our Client’s Values:

Integrity: Upholding the highest legal standards and delivering exceptional customer service.
Collaboration: Fostering a supportive, team-driven environment.
Innovation: Continuously improving and evolving our approach to legal costs management.
If you’re a dedicated Costs Draftsperson with strong technical skills and a desire to develop your career in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today for an opportunity to join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking law firm