Costs Draughtsman – Flexible Location

About the role

Calculus, a specialist legal costs business and part of the Switalskis Group, is hiring several additional Costs Draftsmen. The role suits someone with experience drafting formal bills who wants to develop their career in a specialist costs practice, working closely with experienced Costs Lawyers and Draftspersons on claimant matters, especially serious injury and clinical negligence.

Key responsibilities

• Draft Bills of Costs and supporting documentation
• Review files and collate documents needed for costs proceedings
• Prepare chronologies and other supporting information
• Draft Points Reply
• Support Costs Lawyers and Draftspersons with ongoing casework
• Liaise with clients, solicitors and other stakeholders
• Update case management systems and maintain accurate records
• Carry out legal and costs-related research where required
• Provide general administrative support across a varied claimant costs caseload

Required profile

• Experience drafting formal bills of costs within a law firm or costs practice
• Experience in a legal costs environment
• Good understanding of the costs process and the Civil Procedure Rules
• Strong interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Positive, proactive approach and willingness to learn

Required skills

• Experience using costs software and case management systems is advantageous

What we offer

• Candidates across the UK; flexible working including hybrid and remote options
• Collaborative team with access to training, development and progression within Calculus and the wider Switalskis Group