Costs Draftsperson: Billing, Strategy & Advocacy

Davies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bolton seeks a Costs Draftsperson to handle preparation of bills and schedules of costs, alongside managing a caseload. The ideal candidate will have experience in costs recovery, ideally within insurance litigation. Key responsibilities include drafting bills, negotiating costs, and providing strategic advice. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday (increasing with service)

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

24/7 online GP and mental health support

Death In Service after 1 year's service

5% Employee / 3% Employer pension contribution

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Access to Online Discount Sites

Discounted Gourmet Society Membership

Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions

Discounts at local retail outlets

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Costs Draftsperson role, particularly in bill drafting and costs recovery.
• Good understanding of the Detailed Assessment process, case law, and insurance litigation practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft bills and schedules of costs to recover costs through the Detailed Assessment process.
• Prepare replies and consider points of dispute.
• Provide strategic costs advice and preparing cost strategy reports.
• Manage own caseload using in-house case management system.
• Hit chargeable hours target every day.

Skills

Bill drafting

Costs recovery

Understanding of Detailed Assessment process

Knowledge of case law

Experience in insurance litigation

Job description

A leading law firm in Bolton seeks a Costs Draftsperson to handle preparation of bills and schedules of costs, alongside managing a caseload. The ideal candidate will have experience in costs recovery, ideally within insurance litigation. Key responsibilities include drafting bills, negotiating costs, and providing strategic advice. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.