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- Highly organisedÂ
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent IT skills – familiar with Microsoft Office applications, Leap, and document management systems.
- Self-starter and results-driven
- Innovative in your approach to billing systems in order to achieve efficient results
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of Civil Legal Aid Billing
- Strong academic background
- Legal experience as a Costs Draftsman or a Costs Lawyer.
- Clear understanding and application of the Legal Aid Agency rules relating to costs.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in drafting legal aid bills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Prepare and process Legal Aid Claims and inter partes bills
- Draft High Cost Case Plans (an advantage)
- Complete post-assessment work efficiently
- Liaise and advise fee earners and support staff on various legal costs matters
- Correspond with third parties such as experts and counsel
- Upload claims to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA)
- Implement recommendations made by the Director following monthly reviews, ensuring timely completion
- Ensure compliance with the bill/case management system
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing firm
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Flexible work arrangements available
