I am currently working with a long-established and highly respected regional law firm that is seeking to recruit an experienced Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman to join its busy and growing Costs team at its Leeds City Centre head office. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside award-winning legal departments including Clinical Negligence, Inquest Law and Personal Injury. The firm supports both internal and external clients on high-quality work, with a strong focus on collaboration, flexibility and career development. About the role: You’ll join a dedicated Costs team that provides comprehensive costs services across a diverse caseload. This includes work on Clinical Negligence, Personal Injury, Inquest Law, Professional Negligence, Historic Abuse, and some Defendant Housing Disrepair claims. You’ll benefit from administrative support to allow you to focus on drafting, negotiating and advising. Key responsibilities: Drafting traditional three-column bills of costs and Precedent S bills Preparing budgets, including Precedent H documents Drafting Points of Dispute and Replies Advising on and negotiating costs settlements Analysing offers and providing strategic cost advice Working closely with solicitors, clients and external professionals Maintaining compliance with procedural rules and funding requirements Using a case management system effectively and keeping accurate records About you: Proven experience as a Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman Experience working on clinical negligence, personal injury or similar matters is highly desirable Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle a varied caseload Excellent communication and negotiation skills Confident using IT systems including Microsoft Word and Excel Organised, proactive and adaptable in a busy team environment Degree-educated or equivalent experience What’s on offer: This is a full-time, permanent position with a leading Yorkshire-based law firm offering long-term progression, a positive working culture, and an excellent benefits package. Benefits include: Profit-sharing scheme (tax-free on payments up to £3,600 per year) Generous holiday entitlement starting at 23 days, rising to 26 after 1 year and 31 after 5 years Salary sacrifice pension scheme with 5% employer contributions Life assurance at 3x salary Private medical insurance (after 1 year) Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 2 years) Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 support and free counselling for family Health cash plan (employee contribution) for dental, optical and other treatments Discounted bus travel and interest-free season ticket loan Tax-efficient charitable giving scheme £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires Financial support for professional memberships and subscriptions Free conveyancing and will service after one year of employment Regular firm-wide social events including a summer BBQ and Christmas party Annual business briefing and employee engagement events How to apply: If you're an experienced Costs Lawyer or Law Costs Draftsman looking for your next challenge in Leeds, apply now or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion. INDGEMN