Costs Lawyer – London (City)
1–2 Years' PQE | Full Time | Permanent | Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified Costs Lawyer to join the established, highly regarded Law Costs Team of a leading City law firm in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-value commercial litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution matters, providing specialist costs advice to partners, fee earners and clients.
The role offers high-quality work, genuine career progression and the opportunity to develop your expertise alongside experienced costs specialists in a supportive, collaborative environment.
The Role You will be responsible for:
- Drafting Costs Budgets (Precedent H), Bills of Costs, Points of Dispute and Replies.
- Managing Detailed Assessment proceedings and costs recovery.
- Advising on costs budgeting, management, recoverability and litigation strategy.
- Negotiating costs settlements and preparing Part 36 Offers.
- Supporting complex commercial litigation, insurance, construction and arbitration matters.
- Liaising with partners, clients, counsel and opposing costs representatives.
- Providing technical costs advice and supporting internal training.
About You
We are looking for a qualified Costs Lawyer with approximately 1–2 years' PQE who can demonstrate:
- Strong experience in costs budgeting, detailed assessments and costs management.
- Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and costs law.
- Confident drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
- Strong organisational skills and commercial awareness.
- The ability to manage a varied caseload and work closely with senior fee earners.
Experience within a City law firm, national practice or specialist costs team would be advantageous, particularly involving commercial litigation or insurance disputes.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Exposure to complex, high-value City litigation.
- Excellent training and professional development.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression.
- Friendly, collaborative and highly experienced specialist team.
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Costs Lawyer – London (City) employer: QED Legal Recruitment Limited
Join a leading law firm that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture, offering hybrid working options in the vibrant cities of Leeds or York. With competitive salaries and a commitment to professional development, this firm provides ample opportunities for growth in your clinical negligence career while ensuring a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised and valued.
Contact Details:
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