Cost Clerk ( Part time )

Cost Clerk Role: We are seeking an experienced Cost Clerk to join a established legal team. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing and managing Legal Aid costs claims across Family department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements who is looking to develop their career within a supportive firm. Responsibilities Include: Working with External Costs Draftsmen · Arranging and coordinating the preparation of final bills of costs with external Costs Draftsmen. · Providing clear instructions, sending relevant case materials, and ensuring draft bills are reviewed for accuracy and compliance. · Managing amendments, queries, or clarifications raised by the draftsman and ensuring timely turnaround. Internal Liaison & File Management · Liaising with fee earners to ensure files are complete, fee notes are accurate, and all work is correctly recorded. · Maintaining internal logs, spreadsheets, or reporting systems relating to claims submitted, payments received, and queries outstanding. · Ensuring all costs documentation is stored and managed in line with GDPR and firm policies. Legal Aid Management: · Checking bills of costs and Claim1 forms to ensure all disbursements from the duration of the matter have been accurately included. The Ideal Cost Clerk: As a Cost Clerk it is essential you can demonstrate the following skills and competencies: · Proven experience in Legal Aid costing (minimum 1-2 years). · Strong working knowledge of LAA procedures, CCMS, Claim1 forms, fixed fee claims, high-cost cases, and cost assessment processes. · Experience working with external costs draftsmen. · Excellent attention to detail with high levels of accuracy. · Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. · Good communication skills, both written and verbal. · Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Desirable Attributes: · Familiarity with legal case management systems (e.g., Proclaim, ActionStep). · Prior experience working in a law firm or legal aid-funded department. What We Offer: In return for your commitment we offer you: · Competitive salary and bonus scheme. · 28 days company holiday (plus 8 UK bank holidays) - full time entitlement · Private Medical Insurance · A firm with a great reputation. · Opportunities for professional development and advancement. · A collaborative and supportive work environment. 3 days a week in total ( 2 days of your choice & a Friday ) 09:00am - 17:30pm If you do not hear from us within 7 days, your application has been unsuccessful