Remote
Employment Type:Full-Time, Permanent
Salary:Competitive (dependent on experience)
Introduction:Time Recruitment is representing a well-established legal practise seeking an experienced Costs Draftsperson/Advocate to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking, self-motivated professional with a keen eye for detail who is comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines. There is also potential for progression, including managing a small team or overseeing a dedicated client account.
Key Responsibilities:- Drafting bills of costs for a variety of cases, including:
- Personal injury
- Industrial disease
- Commercial matters
- Clinical negligence
- Credit claims
- Preparing schedules of costs and statements for trial
- Providing cost advice to clients in writing or via telephone regarding:
- Settlement recovery
- Technical issues
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Cost Budgets and preparing documentation for the CCMC
- Attending CCMC/CMC hearings to advocate on Cost Budgets and directions
- Conducting regular file reviews and using Proclaim (case management system) and Costs Master (cost drafting software) to ensure timely case progression
- Meeting agreed performance targets, including:
- Daily chargeable time
- Annual billing goals
- Proven experience in costs drafting and advocacy
- Strong knowledge of costs law and procedures
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Proclaim and Costs Master (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to work in accordance with professional standards, money laundering regulations, and regulatory requirements
- Remote working - work from the comfort of your home
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Career progression opportunities, including team management or dedicated client account responsibility
- A supportive and professional working environment
If you are a skilled Costs Draftsperson/Advocate looking for a remote opportunity with career progression potential, apply today! Time Recruitment is representing the client in this matter, and we look forward to helping you take the next step in your legal career.