Costs Lawyer/Draftsman at Irwin Mitchell

The role

Irwin Mitchell is seeking a Costs Lawyer/Draftsman with 2+ years of experience to join their Litigation practice in Sheffield/Manchester. This role involves preparing and litigating bills of costs, providing client advice, and offering technical support to fee earners.

What you'll do

Prepare Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment
Litigate bills through the Court process
Advocate at Court if required
Interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case
Provide technical support to fee earners
Train junior members of the team

What we're looking for

Minimum two years’ experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services

Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs

Basic knowledge of legal procedures

Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures

A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities

Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner

Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Financial or legal qualifications e.g.: ACL qualification, ILEX Part 1 Year 1· nice to have

Experience in one or more legal departments· nice to have

Benefits

25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 35hrs of extra holiday

Generous and flexible pension schemes

Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)

Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services

Aviva Digital GP services

Wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health

Flexible by Choice programme giving colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working

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