Average Costs Lawyer salary in Leeds

Costs Draftsperson / Costs Lawyer Full Time, PermanentUp to £60,000 DOEYorkshireHybrid or Remote Working  Our client is a well-respected Costs Firm who pride themselves on client care and development of their team. We are looking for experienced Claimant Costs Draftspersons’ / Costs Lawyers who preferably specialise in litigation, private client or court of protection and want to continue to grow their costs careers. Job Details and Benefits: Full time, permanentMonday – Friday, 9am – 5pm (flexible working available)Hybrid or remote working with fortnightly meetings to one of their modern offices in the North of England.Competitive salary, Health insurance, Bonus scheme, Ability to earn extra bonus through business development, Death in service benefit, PensionFully funded professional study opportunities, networking opportunities, CPD training events all paid for.Christmas party, Regular days/nights outInteresting & varied work, Supportive & friendly team, Strong Client base25 days paid holiday per year plus + bank holidays + Xmas Shutdown  Main duties and responsibilities:  Drafting bills of costs (using CostsMaster drafting software) in both traditional and electronic (Precedent S) formatPreparing Costs Budgets in form Precedent H in accordance with Departmental requirements/workstreamsManaging your own caseload dealing with complex matters.Client care and business development  What we need from you: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in costs – inhouse or external costs.Experience in bill drafting, budgeting and negotiations.Knowledge of CostsmasterDesire to grow and develop.Happy to discuss consultancy arrangements for the right candidate.  If you feel the Costs Draftsperson / Costs Lawyer position may be for you or you are interested in finding out further information, please contact Joe at Everpool Recruitment by email  or call . Alternatively, you can apply to this advert and someone from the Everpool Legal Costs team will be in touch.

Job Title: Costs Draftsperson / Costs LawyerLocation: Sheffield and/or Leeds with Hybrid Working or Remote WorkingContract: Full Time or Part Time, PermanentIntroduction:CRA Consulting are a leading legal recruitment specialist, operating throughout the UK. We represent, partner and work on behalf of esteemed legal organisations from international size, through to SME's. We are proud to be working in partnership with an established, reputable and modern organisation with an excellent culture and team dynamic. The organisations operated throughout the UK, with modern serviced offices in various Yorkshire-based locations. Due to strategic growth and a strong financial year, our clients award-winning business is expanding with a number of exciting hires. As a result of increasing demand, they are proactively hiring for an experienced Costs Draftsperson / Costs Lawyer. As the successful candidate, you will be joining a flexible, rewarding and people-oriented organisation committed to you, your career and your professional development. As a Legal 500 law firm, they're driven by exceptional standards and operational procedures.Role Overview:Preparation and SubmissionPreparing and submitting bills of costs to the Senior Courts Costs Office (SCCO). Serving bills of costs on third parties in accordance with required procedures.Deadline ManagementNoting and tracking relevant deadlines and key dates. Ensuring compliance with these deadlines and adhering to the necessary processes.Internal CollaborationLiaising with colleagues to gather all relevant information for the accurate preparation of bills of costs. Advising team leaders and colleagues on best practice and strategies to improve levels of cost recovery.Review and AssessmentReviewing bills following preliminary and final assessments. Managing responses, appeals, and negotiations with third parties and the SCCO.External LiaisonEngaging with external costs draftsmen, counsel, the SCCO, and other relevant external bodies as required.Process and ReportingEnsuring accurate recording and adherence to reporting processes. Making effective use of the case management system in line with agreed procedures.Knowledge and ExpertiseMaintaining a thorough understanding of the assessment process. Providing guidance and recommendations to the team to enhance procedural efficiency and improve cost recovery outcomes.Employee Benefits Package:An industry-leading and enhanced holiday entitlement, with the ability to purchase additional holidays Excellent benefits including a pension scheme, life insurance, medical insurance and employee well-being schemes Hybrid, flexible and agile working as standard, with family friendly working arrangements available Regular social events, reward & recognition and networking opportunities Professional development opportunities Modern, serviced offices with free refreshments and great technology availableAbout CRA Consulting:CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff. For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.Application Criteria:It is vital that you hold a strong track record and work history, working successfully as a Legal Costs Draftsperson / Legal Costs Lawyer You will need full eligibility to work and reside in the UK is essential. Unfortunately this vacancy does not offer international relocation or VISA sponsorship. Exposure to Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, Court of Protection and Tax & Trusts is essentialHow to Apply:If this Costs Draftsman / Costs Lawyer vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion. Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at jobs

COSTS DRAFTSPERSON/ LAWYER – HYBRID WORKING + CAREER PROGRESSIONJob Title: Costs Draftsperson / LawyerLocation: West YorkshireExperience: 5+ years Hybrid workingFlexible on office locationCareer development and progression opportunitiesFunded professional qualificationsAward-winning law firm THE ROLE  Suitable for someone with over 5 years’ experience of working in a legal cost’s environmentPreparing Bills of Costs for detailed assessmentsDealing with the detailed assessment processPreparing costs budgetsDealing with costs management Key Responsibilities: Prepare Schedules and Bills of Costs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the civil procedure rulesNegotiate costs settlements.Provide technical advice on costs recovery.Prepare replies to points of dispute and handle the detailed assessment process.Address fixed costs arguments and provide advice on fixed costs issues.Budget preparation and costs managementAdvocacy (optional)Assisting the Head of Costs with operational matters for best practiceProviding training and support to junior team membersBe involved in the department’s internal training provisions, either front facing or background assistance.Assisting with gathering and interpretation of management information What you'll bringAs an experienced Cost Lawyer/Draftsperson, we’ll want you to demonstrate the following:Experience in Bill drafting and Detailed Assessment processes. Experience in Budget preparation and the costs management process.Good written & numerical skillsGood organisational skills & ability to work under pressure at times.Ability to communicate advice on complex issues in a clear and reasoned way to colleagues throughout the firm.Ability to research, analyse and interpret information and case law and develop technical argumentsAbility and desire to support junior team members in their developmentGood IT skills including the use of Costs master or other billing software with transferable skills If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Emma Hall at QED Legal via the details provided.#westyorkshirelaw #legalrecruitment #legalopportunities #costsdraftsman