Average Costs Draftsperson salary in the UK

Join an established Personal Injury (PI) practice in South Manchester as a Costs Draftsperson. The firm are seeking a skilled professional to support senior case handlers with drafting requirements, offering a dynamic and engaging work environment. As a Costs Draftsperson, you will collaborate with senior case handlers in drafting tasks and provide crucial assistance. The role encompasses a diverse range of drafting needs, including budget work. The firm are looking for an individual with 2 to 5 years of experience in costs drafting, ideally within an in-house setting or for an external costs drafting services provider. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with senior case handlers, offering drafting support for bills and supplementary documents.Utilise your experience to handle budget drafting requirements for a variety of cases.Prepare bills and supplementary documents for Detailed Assessment, covering both fast track and multi-track cases.Maintain a flexible approach to adapt to changes in schedules and priorities.Clear communication with team members at all levels. Desirable Criteria: Experience in using Proclaim Case Management System.Familiarity with Costs Master software.Previous experience of working in-house would be advantageous. Benefits: The firm offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, engaging social events, and significant opportunities for career progression. If you are an experienced Costs Draftsperson seeking a supportive and dynamic work environment, we invite you to apply.

Law Costs Draftsperson - Central London This prominent, central London, Legal 500 firm has created a new opportunity for a Law Costs Draftsperson in its highly regarded team. What is in it for you? You can expect a competitive salary, benefits package, high levels of autonomy, hybrid working and career progression. The role: This is a newly created opportunity and will sit closely with the head of department. The firm is highly regarded for its litigation teams, several of which are ranked as 1st Tier Legal 500. Typical areas of law will include: - Personal Injury - Medical Negligence - Human Rights You: We are inviting applications for an experienced Law Costs Draftsperson who: - Has previous experience with high-value PI and clinical negligence claims  - Is able to negotiate, budget and help drive the team forward - Lives within a reasonable commute of central London  This is a wonderful opportunity for A Law Costs Draftsperson to join a leading firm at an exciting time of its development. #INDGEMS

A well-established firm with a head office in Altrincham and additional offices in London and Chester are looking for a Junior Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson. You will be part of an employee-owned firm that values inclusivity and empowers individuals to make impactful contributions. The firm's culture is rooted in kindness, collaboration, ambition, flexibility, and trust, providing an environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Junior Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson, you will take instructions from fee earners, draft legal documents, negotiate case objectives, and manage budgets for clinical negligence cases. You will also prepare solicitor-client documents, negotiate settlements, and ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules. This role offers a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, a healthcare cash plan, life assurance, and a bonus scheme.ABOUT YOUTo excel in this role, you should have proven experience in a similar position, strong time management, and task prioritisation skills. You must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and general IT skills, with experience using Costs Master software. Excellent written and verbal communication, the ability to work under pressure, and a self-motivated, team-player attitude are essential. Strong analytical and organisational abilities will also be key to your success.NEXT STEPS?If this opportunity sounds of interest then please apply through the advert or contact Jack Grant at Thornton Legal directly on or . Stated PQE and salary levels are for guidance only.Thornton Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency. We regularly recruit for international, national, Legal 500, regional and boutique law firms across Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. Main locations include Liverpool, Chester, Preston, Manchester, Leeds and Shropshire. At Thornton Legal we work with partners, solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants across a range of practice areas including (but not exclusively) corporate, commercial property, residential property, employment, litigation, private client and family.