Cost Draftsman

Costs Draftsman Location: NottinghamSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOEWorking Pattern: Office-based during probation, then hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) About the Role An established and highly regarded specialist law firm is seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman to join its growing team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Aid billing professional with strong family law experience to play a key role in ensuring the efficient progression, management and recovery of Legal Aid costs. Working closely with fee earners and key stakeholders, you will manage the billing process from preparation through to submission, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and KPIs. Key Responsibilities Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Aid bills. Prepare, finalise and submit Legal Help bills. Apply for Payments on Account (POA). Manage and progress VHCC matters. Work within the CCMS system and maintain accurate records. Liaise with relevant parties regarding Counsel fees, Court fees, Process Server fees and other disbursements. Proactively obtain final court orders and Legal Aid certificates. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: Previous experience in Legal Aid costing and billing. Strong knowledge of Family Legal Aid processes and procedures. Experience working with Legal Aid audits and KPI requirements. Working knowledge of the CCMS system. Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUPS and Pivots What''s on ..... full job details .....