Costs Draftsperson
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- Focus on external private costs work with high flexibility
- Join a friendly, long-serving costs team with a national reputation
- Just two days a month in the office with genuine work-life balance
If you’re an experienced Costs Draftsperson looking to join a team that values autonomy, flexibility, and quality of work, this could be the role for you.
You’ll join the growing costs department of a well-established national law firm, where you’ll handle a varied caseload of external private costs matters You’ll also support legal aid billing when needed, with full flexibility around working patterns and minimal in-office requirements.
This is a genuinely supportive and long-tenured team, with excellent retention, a hands-on manager, and an open-door approach to development. You’ll be joining at an exciting time of expansion and investment in the team.
Who we’re looking for
- At least 3 years’ experience in costs drafting
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills, especially with Points of Dispute/Reply
- Experience of Precedent S electronic Bills
- Familiarity with legal aid billing
- ACL membership
- Proficiency with CostsMaster or similar drafting tools
What you’ll be doing
- Managing your own caseload of external private costs files, including paying-party matters and disputes
- Drafting Bills, Schedules, Points of Dispute, Replies and handling costs-only proceedings
- Supporting internal teams and clients with all cost-related documentation
- Using case management and drafting systems to maintain efficient workflow
- Working flexibly and independently, with the option to work mostly remotely
- Occasionally assisting with legal aid work when needed
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- 2 days per month in the Wigan office (or more if preferred)
- Flexibility around working hours to accommodate personal commitments
- Part of a tight-knit team with long-serving staff and low turnover
- Supportive team culture with a hands-on, experienced manager
- Access to a strong firm-wide infrastructure and growing national reputation
This is an ideal opportunity for a Costs Draftsperson looking to take the next step in a flexible and collaborative environment, with the chance to be part of a growing team in a well-respected firm.
Contact Kim Stark
Call 03300 245 606 or email kim.stark@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£35,000 - £41,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Costs
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Specialist for litigation and personal injury lawyers in the North West
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