Costs Team Leader

Costs Team Leader (Medical Negligence), Birmingham, £60,000+ (DOE) - This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who combines strong technical costs knowledge with genuine leadership ability. You’ll be responsible for helping a talented team of costs professionals perform at their best, while acting as a trusted partner to our Medical Negligence teams on complex, high-value matters. REF:5011 THE ROLE: • As a key member of the Costs Team, you’ll provide direction and support across a team comprising Trainees, Law Costs Draftsmen and Costs Lawyers. • You’ll be instrumental in maintaining technical standards, managing workflow and ensuring the team delivers a consistent, responsive service to our litigation colleagues. • Acting as a senior contact for Medical Negligence teams and other stakeholders, understanding their requirements and ensuring the Costs Team responds effectively • Overseeing complex costs work, including Bills of Costs, pleadings and detailed assessment matters • Supporting colleagues with complex or high-value matters and helping to resolve issues quickly and pragmatically • Contributing to the wider strategy and development of the Costs function • Representing the team confidently in stakeholder discussions and contributing to initiatives that strengthen our service and market profile SKILLS REQUIRED: • Previous experience of leading, supervising or managing people, preferab...