Junior Costs Lawyer - Manchester

Greater Manchester – Salary negotiable based on experience

A leading law firm is seeking a talented Junior Costs Lawyer to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a specialist group recognised for their technical excellence, working on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters for FTSE100 clients.

Key Highlights:
  • Develop your expertise in legal costs and detailed assessment processes within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
  • Contribute to the delivery of commercially focused costs advice to leading clients across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Be part of a collaborative team committed to innovation and helping you reach your full potential.
Preferred Requirements:
  • Assist with all stages of detailed assessment, including bills, points of dispute/reply, and hearings.
  • Support costs management processes, such as Precedent H, R, T and budgeting.
  • Prepare N260s and schedules of costs.
  • Contribute to settlement strategy and client advice.
  • Collaborate with fee earners and ensure compliance with procedural rules.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in legal costs and detailed assessment processes.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

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Victoria Fulcher

Recruitment Consultant
07451274680

victoria.fulcher@douglas-scott.co.uk

Victoria is a Legal Recruitment Consultant specialising in legal costs. While new to recruitment, she brings 10 years’ experience in legal costs, giving her strong market insight and credibility with candidates and clients alike. Victoria enjoys recruitment for how rewarding it is, helping people take the next step in their careers while building genuine relationships. Her goal is to go far in recruitment and become a trusted advisor to her candidates.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Law Costs
  • Type: Private Practice
  • Salary: Salary negotiable based on experience
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Greater Manchester
  • Reference: 1329643

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