Trainee Costs Draftsman

TN Recruits

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days

Canterbury, Kent CT4 7AR, England

Full Time

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Ready to Launch Your Legal Career in Costs Law?An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a friendly, close-knit Costs Team within a reputable legal practice. This is a fantastic entry-level position for a numerically minded, analytical individual looking to begin their career in legal costs drafting.The ideal candidate will be degree-educated, with a genuine interest in law and working with numbers. Perhaps you're a law graduate with a flair for Excel and a methodical mindset, or a Trainee Legal Cashier? — if so, this role could be your perfect match.What You’ll Be Doing:

Draft and file electronic bills of costs for assessment in County and Senior Courts
Prepare OPG 105 & 102 reports
Assist in the preparation of documents and e-bundles for assessment
Provide general support to the Costs Team
Work closely with a senior Cost Lawyer to gain hands-on experience
Benefit from structured, on-the-job training and a sponsored professional qualification (CLPQ)

What You’ll Need:

A degree (Law preferred but not essential)
Excellent numerical and analytical skills
Strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail
Confidence using Excel and a well-organised approach to meet deadlines

Perks & Benefits:

Great benefits including company pension, Life Assurance, Healthcare plan, enhanced maternity and paternity, discounted legal services and subsidised gym membership and more!
23.5 days holiday + bank holidays
Regular social events and a supportive team environment

Career Development: You'll be on a clearly defined path to becoming a qualified Costs Specialist, with both practical experience and qualification support provided.Applications are open now – interviews starting soon!Join a firm that values professional growth, well-being, and long-term career development.Contact ISOBEL now to discover more: Salary and experience are to be used as a guide only – those outside of this brief may also be considered. If this opportunity is not what you were looking for, but you might know someone else that is suitable then head to our website and see the "Refer A Friend" tab to find out how you could potentially be rewarded with £200 for introducing us to someone we are able to successfully place. In application for this role, you are consenting to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details to secure you work. All information provided will be held securely for up to 3 years unless we are contacted and instructed otherwise.

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