Costs Draftsperson - Manchester​/Sheffield

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 Costs master 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 Costs master 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