- Draft accurate Schedules and Bills of Costs in compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules across claimant departments.
- Manage a diverse caseload, from lower-value multi-track to higher-value multi-track costs claims.
- Provide technical advice on costs recovery.
- Prepare replies to points of dispute and handle the detailed assessment process.
- Address fixed costs arguments and provide advice on related issues.
- Prepare budgets and manage costs effectively.
- (Optional) Advocacy work.
- Support litigation teams to ensure compliance, best practices, and optimal outcomes in cost recovery.
- Assist with operational improvements and contribute to best practices within the costs team.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior team members.
- Contribute to internal training initiatives, either as a trainer or in a supporting capacity.
- Assist with gathering and analysing management information.
- Significant experience in bill drafting and the detailed assessment process.
- Experience in budget preparation and the costs management process.
- Strong written and numerical skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage workloads under pressure.
- Clear and reasoned communication skills for providing technical advice.
- Analytical skills to research, interpret information, and develop technical arguments.
- A collaborative attitude, with a willingness to support and mentor junior team members.
- Proficiency in IT, including experience with Costsmaster or similar billing software.