Average Costs Lawyer salary in Manchester

A Bolton based multi service client is looking to make an addition to its Costs Team to focus on RTA and ELPL matters. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 months experience in a Costs environment. Previous experience handling your own caseload of Costs would be advantageous. This role is hybrid and would involve working within the Bolton office once a week. This is a rare opportunity with an outstanding firm which has a strong presence within the North West. The role would suit an experienced Costs assistant/Paralegal who is looking to step up and manage their own caseload of Cost's files. Duties to include: • Responsible for hitting 6.8 hours chargeable per day• Preparing points of dispute and considering replies• Identifying strengths and weaknesses and preparing a document to reflect this• Preparing cost strategy reports• Settling costs• Dealing with correspondence and telephone calls• Undertaking periodic reviews of files in line with Client requirements• Provide written updates by email or letter to clients detailing case activity to ensure that they receive up to date and accurate information about progress when requested• Instruct Counsel or Costs Lawyer to attend Detailed Assessment or alternatively conduct own advocacy #G2BS

Your new companyThis Legal 500 firm based in Greater Manchester continues to go from strength to strength. Specialising in insurance work, they provide legal and claims solutions nationwide. They are now looking for a Senior Costs Lawyer to join their industry-leading team.Your new roleThis Senior Costs Lawyer position will see you handle a broad ranging and interesting case load, working on behalf of the firm's insurer clients. This role will see you provide costs support to the lead costs lawyer and complex injury team members. You will be responsible for your own caseload of high value and complex claims within CIC, including advocacy, CMCs and other hearings. You will work alongside the lead costs lawyer to identify new costs strategies on complex injury claims. There is an aspect of mentoring to this role, as you will be expected to develop, train and supervise a team of costs lawyers with the help of the lead costs lawyer.What you'll need to succeedYou should be an experienced cost professional with experience handling your own caseload with excellent knowledge of costs principles and case law. Experience handling high value and complex claims is essential. What you'll get in returnThis is a fascinating Senior Costs Lawyer role where you can enjoy a high quality case load, plenty of flexibility, remote working and good opportunities for career development. A competitive salary is available and is negotiable dependent upon your experience.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV , or call us now on .If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Costs Draftsperson or Costs Lawyer. The Company is a Legal 500 Law Firm, Law Society accredited and recognised by Chambers. The firm specialises in Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence and Road Traffic accidents. They offer great benefits and an excellent working culture with fantastic progression opportunities. The role we are recruiting for is a Costs Draftsperson or Costs Lawyer who is confident with drafting Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury Bills of Costs. You will handle a diverse caseload of Legal matters and your main duties will consist of: Prepare and submit Legal Bills of Costs.Drafting and management of a caseload of files.To liaise and advise with fee earners and support staff in relation to a variety of legal costs matters.Provide technical advice and supervision to junior members of the team.Report any cases that fall outside of the draftsperson’s individual authority to the Costs Team Manager.Conducting negotiations regarding costs issues.Ensure the case management system is used properly and effectively in accordance with agreed procedures. Monitor and manage own compliance with targets in respect of income and drafting. Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance.Achievable Bonuses.Great Working Culture.Competitive Salary. The role is completely remote without the need to attend the office therefore we invite application Nationwide. If you are interested in this role please contact Daniel Powell