Senior Costs Lawyer / Costs Lawyer (3+ PQE)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£65,000 / year
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Costs case management Drafting bills of costs Negotiation skills Fixed Recoverable Costs Advocacy RTA claims Employment law Public Liability

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced Costs Lawyer to manage a caseload of Defendant and/or Claimant files. The role involves all aspects of costs case management, including drafting bills of costs, points of dispute, schedules of costs, and negotiating on cost offers. You will work closely with internal and external clients, providing expert advice on insurance-related claims across sectors such as RTA, Employment, Public Liability, Industrial Disease, and Clinical Negligence. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to work from any office within England.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Costs Lawyer to manage a caseload of Defendant and/or Claimant files. The role involves all aspects of costs case management, including drafting bills of costs, points of dispute, schedules of costs, and negotiating on cost offers. You will work closely with internal and external clients, providing expert advice on insurance-related claims across sectors such as RTA, Employment, Public Liability, Industrial Disease, and Clinical Negligence. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to work from any office within England.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed:

  • 3+ PQE as a Costs Lawyer, Solicitor, or equivalent
  • Proven experience managing Defendant and/or Claimant costs files
  • Strong knowledge of Fixed Recoverable Costs regime and costs case management
  • Experience drafting bills of costs, points of dispute, and schedules of costs
  • Advocacy experience in interim applications, costs CMCs, and detailed assessment hearings
  • Excellent negotiation skills, including handling high-value and complex matters
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple cases efficiently

What’s On Offer:

  • Competitive salary (£55,000–£65,000)
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • Inclusive and supportive working environment

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