Senior Costs Negotiator - Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment : Job Details

Senior Cost Negotiator£40,000 - £48,000Hybrid (Office locations in Liverpool and Southport)My client, a rapidly growing law firm specializing in personal injury and clinical negligence law, is seeking a Senior Cost Negotiator to join their expanding team.My client operates as a leading law firm in the North-West of the UK, with a commitment to offering a hybrid working model that accommodates both office and remote work setups. With offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Southport, my client fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment.Main Responsibilities:

• Manages their own caseload using case management software.
• Instructs Counsel for Detailed Assessment/Oral review or conducts hearings independently.
• Hits agreed recovery targets and undertakes accurate valuation.
• Maintains constant communication with fee earners and provides updates to the head of the team.
• Adheres to SLAs and pipeline metrics, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Provides costs advice to legal teams and assists in bundle preparation.
• Attends team meetings and provides feedback on recoveries and fee-earning practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Possesses proven experience in dealing with high-value litigation and negotiation cases.
• Familiar with Proclaim and Cost Master software.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Exhibits excellent customer service orientation and good general IT skills.
• Works effectively within a team and independently.
• Shows attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

What My Client Offers:

• Competitive salary with a bonus scheme (subject to targets being met).
• 35-hour working week and 35 days holiday per year (including bank holidays and Christmas Closure).
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option.
• Life Assurance Policy and Medicash policy covering dental, optical, and other medical expenses.
• Enhanced company sick pay and maternity, paternity, and IVF schemes.
• Flexible, agile working environment promoting work-life balance.
• Varied calendar of funded company social events.
• Monthly voucher awards.

Take the next step in your career journey and become part of a dynamic and inclusive team at my client's law firm. Apply now and embark on a rewarding professional journey with them. Send your Cv to and I will call you to discuss this opportunity.