At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage costs litigation and advise on strategies for high-value cases.
- Company: Established national law firm with a collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and strong career development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity to deliver training and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Why this job: Join a respected firm and work on diverse legal challenges.
- Qualifications: Qualified Costs Lawyer with strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
- Full time / Flexible working
- Industry: Legal / Private Practice
- Company: Hays
Consultant: Alexander Payne Hays office: payne@hays. com Your new company An established and highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Lawyer to join its specialist Costs Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Costs Lawyer to join a collaborative and well-resourced environment, working on matters ranging from routine costs issues through to complex, high-value litigation.
The role offers exposure to a wide variety of legal disciplines and the chance to work alongside experienced litigators and legal professionals across the business.
The position combines traditional costs litigation work with strategic costs management, budgeting and advisory responsibilities.
Managing a caseload of costs matters across fast-track, multi-track and complex high-value litigation.
Preparing and negotiating Points of Claim, Replies and Points of Dispute.
Advising lawyers and clients on costs strategy, recovery prospects and commercial considerations.
Monitoring costs budgets throughout proceedings and advising on variances and amendments.
Preparing detailed Bills of Costs across a range of litigation matters, including commercial disputes, housing, employment, construction, probate and healthcare-related claims.
Delivering internal training on costs issues and developments.
Supporting client-facing training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed Applications are welcomed from qualified Costs Lawyers with strong technical expertise and a proactive, commercial approach.
Strong experience handling multi-track and high-value costs litigation.
Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
Experience using legal costs drafting software and related technology.
What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a recognised legal practice offering: High-quality and varied work across multiple disciplines.
Genuine hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Strong opportunities for career development and progression. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Payne@hays.
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