Costs Lawyer / Law Costs Draftsperson - Cardiff

Costs Lawyer / Law Costs Draftsperson - Cardiff

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsperson to join a leading UK full service law firm with a strong national presence and top tier rankings across multiple practice areas. This firm has offices across the UK and is known for handling some of the most complex and high value litigation and group action work in England and Wales.

This is a great chance to join a specialist Costs team that is growing fast and recognised for its expertise in large, high profile PI, group action and commercial cases.

The Role

You'll be part of a highly skilled costs department working on some of the most interesting and complex costs matters in the country. The work is varied, challenging and ideal for someone looking to develop their career in a forward thinking, well resourced team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing Bills of Costs for PI, group action and commercial litigation
• Drafting Points of Dispute and Replies
• Preparing Costs Budgets
• Negotiating and mediating costs settlements
• Attending detailed assessment hearings and CCMCs

You'll work closely with fee earners across the firm, supporting a wide range of departments and contributing to major national cases.

Candidate Requirements
This role will suit someone with:

• Proven experience in a dedicated law costs role
• Strong technical knowledge of costs law and procedure
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Confident communication and solid IT skills
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team

Whether you're a qualified Costs Lawyer or an experienced Costs Draftsperson, you'll be joining a team where your expertise will be valued and developed.

Why Join?

• Join a leading national firm with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans
• Work on high value, complex and career defining cases
• Supportive, collegiate culture with a strong sense of purpose
• Hybrid working and modern working practices
• Excellent benefits including:
• Minimum 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• CSR days and birthday leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Local business discounts
• AND MORE!

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*