At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare Bills of Costs and engage in litigation processes while advising clients.
- Company: Join a growing national team at Irwin Mitchell LLP, a leader in legal services.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, flexible pension schemes, and paid volunteering days.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for training and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the legal field while developing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Minimum two years' experience in costs drafting and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Your Role and What You'll Be Doing
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case. You will also provide technical support to fee earners and may be involved in training of junior members of the team. Ideally, you’ll have minimum two years’ experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services.
About You
- Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs
- Basic knowledge of legal procedures
- Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures
- A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities
- Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner
- Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Financial or legal qualifications e.g.: ACL qualification, ILEX Part 1 Year 1
- Experience in one or more legal departments
Our Benefits
- 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
- Generous and flexible pension schemes.
- Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
- Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
Additional Information
As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Costs Lawyer/Draftsman (6292) in Manchester employer: Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell LLP is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work culture, ideal for ambitious professionals seeking to advance their careers in the legal field. With generous benefits including 25 days of holiday, flexible pension schemes, and opportunities for professional development, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a vibrant area, the firm also promotes community engagement through paid volunteering days, making it a rewarding place to work.
