Costs Paralegal - Insurance Team

We are seeking to hire a Costs Paralegal into our disputes team in Sheffield.

CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.

We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by emerging technologies such as generative AI and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

We are a forward‑thinking, client‑focused law firm who are, renowned for our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. With a diverse client base spanning corporate, government, and insurance sectors, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding legal services and building lasting relationships. Our Sheffield office is a dynamic hub where talented professionals thrive, supported by a collaborative culture and the latest legal technologies.

As a Junior Costs Draftsperson/Paralegal in our costs team, you will play a key supporting role in the management and conduct of legal costs work. You will have the opportunity to work with an enviable client base, including many leading corporates, insurers and major brokers. The work is some of the most varied and complex available and you will gain exposure across civil and commercial litigation as well as international arbitration.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast‑paced and innovative environment.

• Managing a varied caseload of costs‑related matters
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain instructions and provide regular updates
• Drafting costs budgets, bills of costs, Points of Dispute, costs schedules and other related documentation
• Conducting legal research and preparing bespoke client advices
• Managing the costs process from inception to resolution, including negotiations, assessments, and settlements
• Maintaining accurate records using case management systems and online trackers

We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one.

Our opportunities are open to all suitably qualified applicants. To be considered for this role, you must meet the following skills and experience:

• Enthusiastic and motivated, keen to develop a career in the legal sector within costs work
• Keen eye for detail and the ability to use your initiative
• A strong academic background is desirable; a degree in law or progress toward a legal qualification such as CILEX is encouraged
• Previous experience as a paralegal in costs or costs draftsperson is essential; full training and support will be provided
• Ideal for someone at an earlier stage in their legal career, with an interest in costs work and a willingness to learn and develop within a supportive team

• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
• Flexible, hybrid working policy
• Generous bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

If you would like to read more information regarding our range of benefits, please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website.

Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.