This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case.  You will also provide technical support to fee earners, and you may be involved in training of junior members of the team. Ideally, you’ll have minimum two years’ experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services.

• Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures
• Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures
• A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Desirable: financial or legal qualifications e.g.: ACL qualification, CILEX Part 1 Year 1
• Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments