Your new company
Our client is a well-regarded regional law firm operating in the North West. Specialising in housing litigation work, they are currently seeking an experienced legal costs specialist to lead their Liverpool team. The firm offers a strong benefits package, including a sizeable employer pension contribution, a very competitive bonus and 2 days working from home per week.

Your new role
This Costs Team Leader role will see you responsible for:

• Ensure delivery of the highest standards of client care by providing costs schedules where required (EPA Cases) to support fee earners and solicitors.
• Recovering costs promptly upon successful resolution of civil Housing Disrepair Claims.
• Leading and managing the established Costs Team, including the supervision and performance management of costs draftsmen and debt recovery enforcement officers.
• Acting as the technical referral point for the Costs Team.
• Running a small caseload of costs files.
• Responding to Points of Reply for the Costs Team.
• Managing Lien, Client Costs, and Defendant Costs files.
• Collaborate to ensure smooth business operations by carrying out other duties as required to assist in the efficient running of the business

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong previous legal costs experience.
• Proven experience in supervision and team management.
• Proficient in using Proclaim and Costs Master systems.
• Housing Disrepair experience (preferred).
• Strong IT literacy and communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working – 2 days working from home each week.
• A very attractive bonus scheme.
• Generous pension contribution.
• Opportunity to lead a successful, established team within a growing business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with clear progression opportunities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email Alexander.Payne@hays.com, or call us now on 0161 228 7770.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.