Costs Team Leader in Warrington

A leading Legal 500 national firm is seeking an accomplished Costs Team Leader to join its established and high-performing national Costs function. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of a dynamic team, driving performance, quality, and operational excellence within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

You will lead, mentor, and develop a team of Trainees, Law Costs Draftspersons, and Costs Lawyers, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality work across a varied and complex caseload. Acting as a key interface with senior stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining service excellence, aligning outputs with business objectives, and strengthening the firm’s reputation for quality and expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and supervision of Bills of Costs and associated court documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and embed best practice across your team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the wider strategic direction of the Costs function.
• Represent the team in key internal and external forums and deputise for senior leadership where required.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrable experience in a leadership or supervisory role, ideally within a Costs or legal services setting.
• Strong operational management capability, with experience leading hybrid teams and driving engagement and performance.
• A background as a Law Costs Draftsperson or in a closely related role.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholder expectations in a demanding environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders and contributing to strategic discussions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear direction, feedback, and technical guidance.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability, with a focus on delivering practical solutions.
• Solid working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, legal aid frameworks, and costs processes.
• Familiarity with time recording systems and costs management tools.

Required Skills:

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACL, CILEX, or equivalent).
• Experience in process improvement, optimisation, or implementing best practice standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a Costs or legal services setting.
• Strong operational management capability.

Pay range and compensation package:

• 25 days holiday + BH (option to buy more), generous pension scheme, hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office, health membership, including medical cashback.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm and play a key role in shaping the continued success of a nationally recognised Costs team.