Costs Draftsperson - Manchester/Sheffield
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- England,North West,Greater Manchester
- Full Time, Permanent
- £30,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Description:
Costs Draftsperson – Liability Defence
? Manchester or Sheffield (Hybrid)
? Full-time, Permanent
? Competitive salary
An established UK legal team is looking for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join its Liability Defence costs function. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive, professional environment handling a broad range of insurance and liability matters.
The Role
You’ll provide costs advice to a busy liability and insurance division, supporting the negotiation and recovery of costs across personal injury and general insurance claims. The caseload will be varied, ranging from straightforward matters to complex disputes.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting Points of Dispute and Replies
Preparing and negotiating Precedent H budgets
Drafting electronic Bills of Costs
Managing negotiations on costs recovery
Using Costsmaster and related systems
Liaising directly with clients and internal stakeholders
About You
3+ years’ experience in costs work (claimant or defendant)
Strong experience with budgets, bills, and negotiations
Confident using Costsmaster
Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills
Comfortable handling a varied caseload
Strong communication skills with prior client contact experience
(Level of experience is a guide only — candidates with more or less experience are encouraged to apply.)
Why Apply?
Hybrid working model
High-quality, interesting work
Supportive team culture
Strong focus on professional development and progression
Inclusive and values-driven workplace
? Manchester or Sheffield (Hybrid)
? Full-time, Permanent
? Competitive salary
An established UK legal team is looking for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join its Liability Defence costs function. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive, professional environment handling a broad range of insurance and liability matters.
The Role
You’ll provide costs advice to a busy liability and insurance division, supporting the negotiation and recovery of costs across personal injury and general insurance claims. The caseload will be varied, ranging from straightforward matters to complex disputes.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting Points of Dispute and Replies
Preparing and negotiating Precedent H budgets
Drafting electronic Bills of Costs
Managing negotiations on costs recovery
Using Costsmaster and related systems
Liaising directly with clients and internal stakeholders
About You
3+ years’ experience in costs work (claimant or defendant)
Strong experience with budgets, bills, and negotiations
Confident using Costsmaster
Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills
Comfortable handling a varied caseload
Strong communication skills with prior client contact experience
(Level of experience is a guide only — candidates with more or less experience are encouraged to apply.)
Why Apply?
Hybrid working model
High-quality, interesting work
Supportive team culture
Strong focus on professional development and progression
Inclusive and values-driven workplace
Job number 3489503
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