Legal Cost Consultant

Legal Costs Consultant

Are you a seasoned Costs Consultant ready to take your legal career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment where your expertise makes a direct impact on case outcomes and client success?

We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Costs Consultant to join our growing team. If you’re confident in your drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills-and love turning complex costs matters into clear-cut wins-we want to hear from you

What You’ll Be Doing:

· Drafting Bills of Costs, Precedent H Budgets, N260s, and Points of Dispute

· Negotiating with third parties and counsel to secure favourable outcomes

· Advising solicitors and fee earners on costs strategy and budget planning

· Attending CCMCs, mediations, and assessments (in-person or remotely)

· Managing deadlines and client updates with precision and professionalism

· Keeping meticulous records and ensuring full CPR and regulatory compliance

· Providing informal mentoring and support to junior team members

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

· 3+ years of experience in legal costs, including strong drafting and negotiation skills

· Solid understanding of CPR, relevant case law, and legal costs frameworks

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, formatting, data organisation)

· Sharp attention to detail and a knack for written accuracy

· Strong communication skills and a client-centric mindset

· Ability to handle an independent caseload with confidence and structure

· Experience in Court of Protection, Clinical Negligence, or Group Litigation

· Advocacy or attendance at detailed assessments

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.