Keoghs LLP
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Costs Negotiator - Join a High-Performing Legal Team Location: Bolton or Birmingham or Liverpool Hours: 28-35 hours per week Why Join Us? Are you an experienced Costs Negotiator looking to take ownership of your own caseload while developing your advocacy and negotiation skills? We're looking for a motivated and commercially minded individual to join our Legacy / Industrial Disease Costs team , where you'll play a key role in driving early, effective costs settlements and delivering excellent results for clients. You'll be supported with structured development, mentoring, and real opportunities for progression within a collaborative, forward-thinking legal environment. What You'll Be Doing You'll manage your own caseload from start to finish, taking a proactive and strategic approach to resolving legal costs efficiently. Your key responsibilities will include: Reviewing cases and developing clear costs strategies and settlement parameters Preparing Points of Dispute and assessing replies Identifying strengths and weaknesses in both your case and opposing claims Leading telephone negotiations to secure favourable settlements Keeping clients informed with clear, timely updates Managing correspondence and ensuring SLAs and KPIs are consistently met Attending hearings, mediations, and conferences (remote and in person) Conducting your own advocacy in court where required Supporting and developing junior team members, including delegating tasks Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal quality expectations What we're looking for Essential Experience & Skills At least 12 months' experience as a Costs Negotiator managing your own caseload Knowledge of the detailed assessment process , including Points of Dispute Strong telephone negotiation skills and confidence dealing with opponents Experience liaising with clients and providing clear, practical advice Understanding of costs law, insurance litigation, and legal processes Ability to prioritise workloads and make sound decisions under pressure Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems Degree, LPC, ALCD or equivalent qualification Your Personal Strengths We're looking for someone who: Builds strong relationships and values team collaboration Demonstrates resilience and stays composed under pressure Is motivated to continuously learn and improve Has a commercial mindset and puts client value first Is confident influencing outcomes through negotiation and persuasion What You'll Get A supportive team environment with experienced leadership Structured career development and mentoring Opportunities to build advocacy and technical expertise Exposure to high-value, complex cases A culture built on collaboration, innovation, and success Our Values We are proud to be a business where: We are connected We are dynamic We are innovative We succeed together Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're ready to take ownership of your career and make a real impact in a growing, specialist team, we'd love to hear from you. Job Benefits Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining. Simply Health Care Cash Plan WeCare - 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing Death in Service Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex Access to Online Discount Sites Discounted Gourmet Society Membership Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide Discounts at local retail outlets after successfully completing probation
