Junior/Trainee Costs Draftsman

Full-Time | Leeds City Centre

We are seeking a Junior/Trainee Costs Draftsman to join our growing Costs team at our Head Office in Leeds City Centre. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for costs law to join a leading law firm. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of various cost matters, including drafting bills of costs, negotiating settlements, and preparing budgets.

The team works on high-quality cases in Claimant clinical negligence, personal injury, inquest, professional negligence, and historical sexual abuse claims, alongside some Defendant housing disrepair matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of traditional three-column Bills of Costs.
• Preparation of Precedent S Bills of Costs and Precedent H documents.
• Preparation of Points of Dispute and Replies to Points of Dispute.
• Analysis of costs offers, preparing advice on costs issues, and undertaking costs negotiations.
• Handling a varied caseload, prioritising tasks, and meeting deadlines.
• Utilising IT systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, and other legal professionals.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A recent law degree or comparative work experience in law.
• A strong desire to pursue a career in costs law.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to learn.
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Previous experience in costs is desirable, but not essential.

Salary

The salary for this role is dependent on skills and experience. Please include your current salary and salary expectations within your application.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team within a highly accredited firm and gain valuable experience in costs law. If you are eager to pursue a rewarding career in this area, we would love to hear from you!