Fixed Cost Draftsperson

Swift Placements have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Fixed Cost Drafstperson to join our client based in Liverpool. Key Duties & Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of RTA Claimant fixed costs cases. * Ensure that the quality of work produced is to the highest standard. * Reviewing costs schedules/bills with a view to negotiating Claimants costs, generally disputed fixed costs cases, and settling costs files in a timely manner from cradle to grave. * Negotiating settlement of costs and reporting terms of settlement. * Preparing bills/Part 23 Applications and/or Replies to Points of Dispute in fixed costs cases. * Drafting Part 8 and Part 23 Proceedings. * Proceeding with matters to a Provisional Assessment. * Attending costs hearings (not essential but desirable). * Technical support to the costs team on fixed costs disputes. * Dealing with Third Party Solicitors and insurers on a day to day basis. * Maintaining the highest client care standards. * Administrative duties within the department. Experience & Knowledge * A detailed working knowledge of fixed costs claims and the costs process. * A detailed knowledge of CPR, Pre-Action Protocols and case law for fixed costs disputes. * Ability to conduct costs hearings on fixed costs matters (not essential but desirable) * Must be familiar in to dealing with cases requiring a prompt turnaround. * Good commercial awareness and a professional attitude. * Ability to work to time scales and cope under pressure. * Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team. * Excellent time management skills. * Good IT skills, including Excel and experience of using a case management system. Benefits: * 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays * Option to purchase additional leave * Hybrid working model * Healthcare plan * Pension scheme * Training and development opportunities Should you feel your experience would make you the right person for this role, apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch. Please note ;Swift Placements are a permanent recruitment agency supporting our client with the recruitment of this role. The successful candidate will be employed directly by our client on a permanent contract upon commencement of employment