Costs Negotiator

To pursue the settlement of legal costs as soon as practicably possible on a range of Complex Injury claims. A Costs Negotiator should be able to proactively review cases; formulate an initial costs strategy and settlement parameters; provide comprehensive advice to clients; commence early telephone negotiations with opponents; and liaise, as required, with Insurers throughout the life of the file. The Costs Negotiator should be able to establish strong working relationships within the Costs team; the wider Keoghs business; and with our clients through use of excellent oral skills and succinct written communications. The Costs Negotiator will be expected to attain their Objectives as well as Client SLAs and KPIs. Support and mentoring with their Personal Development Plan will be provided to enable technical development and career progression. The Head of Costs is Howard Dean; Technical Director is Elaine Pitt; and Business Unit Director is Amanda Nuttall.The role is with the Legacy Team based in Birmingham, managed by Darren Lee and supported by Paul Edwards. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for your own caseload, progressing each file from receipt of papers from the Keoghs Motor and Casualty teams to resolution of costs. The role will include: Proactively reviewing cases to formulate an initial costs strategy and settlement parameter Preparing points of dispute and considering replies Identifying and documenting strengths and weaknesses of own case and ..... full job details .....