Costs Lawyer London

Embark on an exciting journey with a national law firm with a local reach, as we seek an experienced Costs Lawyer to join our dynamic team in London. This permanent role offers the opportunity to be a part of our friendly and inclusive environment, where we value you for who you are and what you bring to the table.- Become an integral member of our growing national team, contributing to the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment and the litigation of bills through the Court process.- Engage with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case, while also offering technical support to fee earners and potentially training junior members of the team.- Enjoy a work-life balance that works for you, with our Flexible by Choice programme, which allows for a hybrid way of working subject to role, team, and client requirements.Preferred Requirements:

• Proven experience in costs, either in-house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services
• Proficiency with IT systems and time recording procedures
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner
• Capacity to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business

• Desirable: Financial or legal qualifications, such as ACL qualification or ILEX Part 1 Year 1
• Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments
• Minimum two years' experience working either in-house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services