Cost Lawyer / Costs Draftsperson
| Posting date: | 17 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000.0 to £50,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £50,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 August 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2 3AE |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4708645_1752765431 |
Summary
Your new company
Our client is a leading national law firm with a strong reputation for client delivery and legal excellence. They are currently recruiting a Costs Lawyer / Costs Draftsperson to join either their Manchester, Liverpool or Birmingham office on a hybrid working basis.
Your new role
This Costs Draftsperson / Costs Lawyer will see you play a vital role in managing complex and high-value costs litigation. Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting costs budgets, bills of costs, Points of Dispute, Replies, and Schedules of Costs
- Negotiating settlements and managing your own caseload
- Attending CCMCs and application hearings, with opportunities for advocacy
- Advising clients throughout the lifecycle of a claim
What you'll need to succeed
You must be an experienced costs draftsperson or qualified costs lawyer with previous experience working on defendant costs matters. You must have strong drafting, negotiating and advocacy skills.
What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity for legal costs specialists where you can expect a full and interesting case load of defendant costs. A competitive salary is available and negotiable, depending on experience. There are excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770.
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