Associate Costs Lawyer

Requirements

Costs Drafting:

• Prepare bills of costs and schedules of costs in a precise and efficient manner.
  
• Analyse and interpret fee structures and agreements to reflect costs accurately.
  

 Costs Negotiation:

• Engage in negotiations with opposing parties to settle costs disputes.
  
• Provide support to senior team members during negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes.
  

 Legal Research:

• Stay informed about changes in costs regulations and legal precedents.
  
• Conduct research to support cost assessments and provide relevant insights.
  

 Excel Skills:

• Utilise advanced Excel skills to organize and manipulate financial data.
  
• Create spreadsheets and financial models to assist in cost calculations and analysis.
  

 Client Interaction:

• Interact with clients to understand their specific cost requirements and provide clear and concise explanations.
  
• Collaborate with internal teams to address client concerns and ensure satisfaction.
  

• Demonstrable experience as a Costs lawyer in an independent costs practices
  
• Commercial costs experience highly desirable
  
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel for complex financial analysis.
  
• Strong understanding of costs regulations and legal frameworks.
  

Benefits

• High quality work
  
• Remote working, although the successful candidate will be expected to come to London once a month for team meetings.
  
• Opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in the Legal sector. 
  
• Competitive salary