VACANCIES
Trainee Legal Costs Draftsman and
Negotiator
Group Company: Winn Solicitors
Department: Costs
Salary: £26,436.80 (based on 40 hours)
Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at Winn Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management.
We're looking for a Trainee Legal Costs Draftsman & Negotiator to join our growing Costs Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who is keen to develop specialist knowledge in legal costs, negotiation, and litigation support whilst working alongside experienced Costs Lawyers and legal professionals.
No two days are the same in this role. You'll gain hands-on experience drafting legal costs documents, supporting negotiations, and assisting with costs litigation while receiving training and development to become a skilled Legal Costs Draftsman and Negotiator.
Why Join Us?
At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management.
As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8-star rating on Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.
Responsibilities
As a Trainee Legal Costs Draftsman & Negotiator, you'll support the Costs Team in maximising the recovery of legal fees and disbursements while developing your technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting schedules and bills of costs.
- Preparing litigation costs documents, including costs budgets, estimates, and statements of costs for trials and applications.
- Supporting the negotiation of legal costs and disbursements.
- Assisting with costs litigation, including Part 8 Proceedings, applications, and detailed assessment proceedings.
- Liaising with legal teams and internal stakeholders to progress matters efficiently.
- Developing and maintaining knowledge of relevant case law, rules, and practice directions.
- Ensuring departmental turnaround times and service standards are achieved.
- Maintaining compliance with information security and data confidentiality requirements.
- Upholding Winn Group's core values in all aspects of your work.
- Undertaking training and development activities to build your expertise within legal costs.
What We Offer
At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.
About You
To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business.
Full training will be provided. This is a mix of classroom-based learning and shadowing.
Essential Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work towards deadlines.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively towards shared goals and objectives.
- Solution-focused approach to problem solving.
- Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
- Commitment to personal and professional development.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within a legal, professional services, or office-based environment.
- Experience working towards performance objectives or targets.
- Experience managing workloads within deadline-driven environments.
- Previous administration, customer service, or legal support experience.
- Knowledge or interest in legal costs and litigation processes.
Next Steps?
If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply Now!
Closing date for this role is Friday 30th October.
Shortlisting and screening will take place the week commencing 2nd November and face to face interviews the week commencing 9th November. If you have not heard from us by this date, your application has been unsuccessful.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.
Apply Now
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What our Staff Say
“Working at Winn Group is a genuinely rewarding experience. Every day brings fresh opportunities to grow, collaborate, and make a real impact.”
Jamie
Group Learning and Development Officer
"There are plenty of training opportunities available both internally and externally, giving staff the chance to develop at their own pace with no added pressure."
Maisey
Team Leader
"I love my job because no two days are the same!The team is very supportive, and I genuinely enjoy coming to work each day.”
Jenna
Group IT Application Developer