[Hiring] Costs Lawyer/Costs Draftsman @IM LLP

Role Description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You'll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case. You will also provide technical support to fee earners, and you may be involved in training of junior members of the team. Ideally, you'll have minimum two years' experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services.

Qualifications

• 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
• Desirable: financial or legal qualifications e.g.: ACL qualification, CILEX Part 1 Year 1
• Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday as standard, rising to 28 days depending on role level, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Opportunities to share in our success through annual pay and bonus review processes for eligible colleagues.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access.
• Competitive pension arrangements to help you plan for the future.
• Two paid volunteering days every year to support causes that matter to you.
• Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits to support you both inside and outside of work.
• Wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace.

Company Description

Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK's leading law firms, committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish. Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to our purpose, focusing on:

• Our People
• Our Community
• Our Environment
• Our Pro Bono

In 2026, Irwin Mitchell was recognized in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide and was the only law firm included in the 'Very Big' organization category.

Applying to Irwin Mitchell

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