Job Description
Your new company
This is a well-established and highly respected law firm based in London, known for its commitment to justice, integrity, and excellence across a broad spectrum of legal services. The firm fosters a collaborative environment where professionals are supported to grow and contribute meaningfully to both client outcomes and internal innovation. With a strong reputation in public law and a progressive approach to legal practice, it's a place where your expertise will be valued and your career can thrive.
Your new role
As a Legal Costs Draftsperson, you'll be a key figure within the finance department, responsible for drafting and managing cost claims across civil, criminal, and inter partes matters. You'll ensure accurate billing and maximum recovery of fees, while also supporting fee earners with funding queries and cost strategy. Your work will include preparing high-cost case plans, negotiating settlements, drafting bills for court assessment, and overseeing cradle-to-grave cost services on selected cases. You'll also play a supervisory role, maintaining quality standards, allocating work, and contributing to training and development across the firm.
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum 3 years' experience in legal cost drafting, ideally within a law firm or specialist costs company
- Strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules, Legal Aid funding, CFAs, and Solicitor's Accounts Rules
- Confident negotiator with excellent communication skills
- Highly organised and capable of managing a personal caseload independently
- Exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in legal billing systems
- ACL membership is desirable but not essential
What you'll get in return
- 40,000 annual salary
- Hybrid working arrangement (office based in London)
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development
- Exposure to meaningful and high-profile legal cases
- Flexible working options and regular training
- A chance to contribute to a firm with a strong social justice ethos
What you need to do now
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