Costs Draftsperson
- Recruiter
- Reed Specialist Recruitment
- Location
- England, Merseyside, Liverpool
- Salary
- £23000 - £35000 per annum
- Posted
- 12 Apr 2019
- Closes
- 10 May 2019
- Ref
- X3-53732
- Contact
- Matthew Cole
- Job Title
- Law Costs Draftsperson
- Practice Area
- Personal Injury
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Are you a Costs Draftsperson who is interested in a career move?
About the Firm
Based in an open plan office in one of the most prestigious buildings in a vibrant part of the city, this leading Personal Injury firm is seeking a Costs Draftsperson to join their team.
Offering a collaborative working environment, all staff support and bounce ideas off each other. Training and development is supported and CPD is encouraged, with courses paid for if need be. Team building events are often held. As an example, they have an employee of the month award, with vouchers as for prizes.
IT systems are up to date and constantly improved by their in house developers. Remote access is available and flexible working will be considered after successful completion of probation. Flexi time is available and school run can be accommodated.
All work comes from their own marketing and there is plenty available so no need to develop more.
They offer excellent benefits, including 25 days holiday increasing to 30 after 5 years.
About the Candidate
They are seeking an accomplished and high calibre Costs Draftsperson. They are flexible on level of experience and will consider candidates all the way from very junior up to highly experienced. This is an exceptional opportunity for a hard-working, results-orientated individual.
Responsibilities:
- Understanding the standard and indemnity basis of costs. With knowledge of predictive/portal and fixed cost regimes including what costs we are entitled to and at what stage
- Drafting formal Bills of Costs, N252 and advice
- Understanding and utilising case management software and costs drafting software/programs
- Undertaking negotiations and providing "from cradle to grave" service
- Providing quality work on an efficient basis ensuring SLA's are met
- Attaining and achieving set targets
- Understanding and utilising different case law in disputes as and when necessary
- Preparing Replies to Points of Dispute
- Preparing Precedent H Costs Budgets
- Preparing Precedent R (budget discussion reports)
- Drafting Part 8's
- Drafting Personal Assesment
- Drafting cost schedules for Disposal/Trial
- Drafting Estimate of Costs to accompany Listing Questionnaire
- Keeping up to date with costs law and changes
- At least 3 years of experience in costs
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written