Costs Draftman

Costs Draftsman

Hybrid Manchester or Liverpool £30-35k + Bonus

Location: Manchester or Liverpool (hybrid working available; remote considered for strong applicants)

Hours: Full-time, permanent, flexible start/finish times

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 DOE + bonus

A well-established legal practice is looking for an experienced Costs Draftsman to join its expanding team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a supportive, people-focused organisation where your contribution is genuinely valued.

The firm offers a strong benefits package, flexible working options, and long-term career development for the right candidate.

About the Role of Costs Draftsman:

The successful candidate will support the legal team by preparing accurate and timely costs documentation for a range of housing-related matters. You will play a key role in ensuring costs are properly presented, negotiated, and recovered efficiently.

Key Responsibilities for the Costs Draftsman:

• Working closely with fee earners and solicitors on concluded cases
• Drafting costs schedules for statutory nuisance matters (Environmental Protection Act 1990)
• Preparing and negotiating costs for Housing Disrepair and related breach of contract claims
• Supervising junior costs paralegals within the team
• Assisting with enforcement of costs or damages where required
• Supporting the wider department with additional tasks to ensure smooth workflow

About You

You’ll be a confident communicator with strong written skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal costs drafting
• Strong IT skills
• High level of accuracy and organisation
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining quality

Benefits for the Costs Draftsman:

You’ll be part of a respected legal service provider with a long history of supporting clients across the UK. The firm specialises in housing-related litigation and is committed to delivering high-quality client care.

Employees enjoy a positive working culture, modern working practices, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary + performance bonus
• Flexible working hours
• Annual salary review
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Hybrid home/office working
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Company sick pay
• Central city office locations
• Casual dress code
• Death in Service benefit (4x salary)
• Subsidised gym membership
• Access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme

For further information or to apply for this role, please contact Mandy at Time Recruitment.