Costs Negotiator (Disease Costs)

Costs Negotiator (Disease Costs) Department: Legal Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time Location: Birmingham Description To review, assess, and negotiate settlement of costs matters and handle all procedural aspects and pleadings until settlement or assessment of costs within our dedicated disease Costs team. The team manages a variety of disease costs cases, including military deafness cases, subject to standard costs. To provide costs advice to clients and main teams, negotiate costs on various matters to deliver savings, and quickly review files to formulate initial costs strategies. The role involves providing comprehensive advice, initiating early telephone negotiations, and liaising with insurers throughout the case. Building strong working relationships with colleagues in Costs and the wider business is essential. Key Responsibilities File Review: Analyze files, set strategies, and document insights. Cost Strategy: Prepare and update cost strategy reports. Caseload Management: Maintain accurate records using our case management system. Client Updates: Provide clear updates to clients on case progress. Cost Negotiation: Review and negotiate costs at the end of cases. Drafting and Tactics: Draft Points of Dispute, review replies, and advise on the Detailed Assessment process. Task Delegation: Delegate tasks effectively within the team. Periodic Reviews: Conduct regular file reviews to meet client needs. Communication: Handle correspondence and calls professionally. Performance Targets: Achieve and exceed performance goals, including chargeable hours and client SLAs. Application Drafting: Draft and oppose applications, instruct Counsel or Costs Lawyers as needed. Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. The primary location is Birmingham. Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise Cost Negotiation: Experienced in negotiating costs and handling disputes. Education: Minimum of 3 GCSEs (grade 5/C or above) in Maths and English. Communication: Strong written and verbal skills, with experience liaising with clients. Telephone Negotiation: Effective at securing favorable outcomes. Caseload Management: Capable of managing own caseload efficiently and meeting targets. Initiative: Proactive and resourceful approach. Planning: Skilled in prioritizing workloads. Listening: Excellent listening skills. Decision-Making: Confident under pressure. Teamwork: Collaborative and supportive attitude. IT Proficiency: Proficient in relevant technology. Desirable: Degree and/or LPC and/or ALCD or equivalent qualifications. Experience in preparing and responding to budgets. Experience conducting own advocacy. Benefits 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service (option to buy & sell 3 days). Family private medical insurance (Bupa), with options to include family within the first month. Simply Health Care Cash Plan. WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing resources. Death in Service, Critical Illness Cover, and Income Protection. Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions. Additional benefits such as Cycle to Work, Tech Scheme, Season Ticket Loan, Gym Flex, online discounts, and more, available after probation. #J-18808-Ljbffr