Costs Negotiator

A leading Manchester law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Negotiator to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of fixed costs disputes while benefiting from hybrid working and a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of fixed costs claims, ensuring efficient progression and resolution.
  
  
• Review disputes, develop persuasive arguments, and negotiate favourable settlements.
  
  
• Prepare cases for summary and detailed assessment, ensuring compliance with CPR Cost procedures.
  
  
• Draft bills, Part 8 and Part 23 proceedings, and Replies to Points of Dispute in fixed costs cases.
  
  
• Secure payments on account of costs at the earliest opportunity.
  
  
• Attend costs hearings where required and provide technical support to the wider costs team.
  
  
• Maintain the highest standards of client care and service delivery.
  
  Requirements:
  
  
• 2 to 5 years’ experience handling fixed costs claims.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of CPR Cost procedures, Pre-Action Protocols, and case law related to fixed costs disputes.
  
  
• Proven ability to negotiate settlements and progress cases efficiently.
  
  
• Experience handling costs hearings (advocacy experience is desirable but not essential).
  
  
• Ability to work to targets in a fast-paced environment.
  
  What’s on Offer?
  
  
• Competitive salary aligned with experience.
  
  
• Hybrid working options for a great work-life balance.
  
  
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  
  
• Excellent benefits package.
  
  If you are a skilled costs negotiator looking to join a respected Manchester firm, apply today to find out more