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Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.Your Role and What You'll Be DoingWe are seeking an experienced costs professional to join our Commercial Litigation costs team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a dynamic national team, working on high-value and complex commercial matters.You’ll be responsible for preparing Bills of Costs for detailed assessment and inter partes Bills, as well as handling costs negotiations and litigation for a range of commercial clients.
Your role will involve direct client interaction, providing strategic costs advice, and supporting case handlers throughout the lifecycle of commercial disputes.
You may also contribute to the training and development of junior team members.About YouAt least two years’ experience in costs drafting, ideally within a commercial litigation, business disputes, or insurance context (in-house or external supplier)Strong knowledge of legal procedures relevant to commercial litigationProven experience with IT systems and time recording proceduresAbility to manage a busy caseload and competing deadlines, maintaining attention to detail and delivering a seamless serviceFlexible approach to changing priorities and commercial demandsExcellent communication skills and a professional manner with clients and stakeholdersAbility to work both independently and collaboratively within a teamWillingness to work the hours required by the role, including occasional extended hours to meet client or business needsDesirable: ACL qualification or other relevant legal/financial qualificationsDesirable: Experience in commercial legal departments or with business/insurance clientsOur Benefits
- What We Can Offer You25 days holidays as standard plus
Commercial Costs Lawyer in Kennington employer: Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to employee well-being and professional growth. With a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion, employees enjoy generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for community involvement. Located in Sheffield, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where colleagues can thrive and make a meaningful impact in their roles.
