At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare Bills of Costs and support litigation processes in a collaborative legal team.
- Company: National law firm with a strong local presence and a supportive culture.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday, flexible pension schemes, and paid volunteering days.
- Other info: Flexible working options and commitment to social responsibility.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team making a real difference in clients' lives and communities.
- Qualifications: Experience in costs and basic legal knowledge; strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. But we're more than just a law firm – we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.
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. You will also provide technical support to fee earners and you may be involved in training of junior members of the team.
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 - What We Can Offer You
- 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.
- This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.
- We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.
- Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are.
- 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.
Technical Client Services Company: IM LLP
Working Hours: Full Time
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Sheffield
Solicitor - Regulatory law in Sheffield 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.
