Costs Lawyer/Costs Draftsman

Job description

My client, a leading top 100 Law Firm with offices across the UK is looking to recruit Costs Draftsmen, Costs Lawyers and Costs Negotiators to join their high-performing team.

You will be providing bespoke costs drafting support to colleagues within the Litigation team. You will be responsible for the management of a bill drafting caseload, ensuring delivery of high-quality bills of costs.

Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to:

• Drafting bills of costs (using CostsMaster drafting software) in both traditional and electronic (Precedent S) format
• Preparing Costs Budgets in form Precedent H in accordance with Departmental requirements/workstreams
• Managing your own caseload dealing with complex matters

You must have Minimum of 12 months experience in a Bill Drafting, Budgeting or negotiating role, proficient in using CostsMaster drafting software to draft bills in both traditional and Precedent S (electronic) format. Qualified lawyer experience is desirable but not essential.

You will have a good understanding of the CPR, relevant legislation, case law and costs industry regulations.

Salary £30,000-£65,000 depending on experience. Please contact Jamie Miller at Miller Grace for more information on this role or apply to be immediately considered.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English