Costs Draftsperson (Maternity Cover 12 month FTC)

• Step into a strategic costs role within a high-profile commercial litigation team
• Work with top-tier clients on major inquiries and complex commercial matters
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working and the support of an award-winning firm

A top-tier UK law firm is looking for a seasoned Costs Draftsperson to join its Core Services team on a 9–12 month fixed-term contract. The role centres on commercial litigation (not personal injury) and offers exposure to high-profile matters, including national inquiries.

You’ll work closely with senior lawyers, collaborate with legal project management, and help deliver strategic outcomes across the full spectrum of commercial costs work. There is also the opportunity to supervise a small team of paralegals and genuinely shape how the costs function operates.

Who we’re looking for

• At least 5 years’ experience in costs drafting
• Strong experience preparing bills of costs, N260 forms, and Precedent H budgets
• Solid knowledge of solicitor-client and third-party costs
• Comfortable working independently on commercial litigation files
• Previous exposure to costs work for civil litigation and inquiries
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
• Able to supervise and support junior colleagues

Salary & benefits

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Flexible working – part-time options available (3 or 4 days per week)
• Hybrid model – occasional travel to the Bristol office preferred but the firm also has offices in London and Edinburgh; flexibility offered
• Supportive, innovative and down-to-earth working culture
• Work on high-profile national matters, including major public inquiries
• Join one of RollOnFriday’s ‘Best Law Firms to Work At’ four years running
• City-quality infrastructure without the city mindset

Contact Kim Stark
If you’re a costs expert looking for a rewarding contract role in a leading national team, get in touch with Kim Stark at [email protected] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.