Specialist Costs & Insurance - Senior Legal Recruitment Consultant
I’m working with a top-tier national law firm recognised for its specialist expertise and long-standing client relationships. As part of its continued growth and dedication to excellence, the firm is now seeking an experienced Costs Supervisor to lead a high-performing and well-established Costs team.
Role
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the team's performance against financial and quality targets, supporting and developing team members, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-standard work. You’ll lead on workload distribution, supervise costs case strategies, and ensure compliance with internal policies and client requirements. The role combines leadership responsibilities with hands‑on caseload delivery and offers a strong development pathway into higher‑level management.
Candidate
* Strong technical knowledge across all stages of litigation, including detailed assessments, standard costs, budgeting, and negotiation
* Full financial and handling authority for hourly rate work
* Demonstrable experience managing or mentoring a team within a legal or costs environment
* Ability to inspire, coach, and support team members to achieve their potential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong organisational skills
* Skilled in auditing, performance analysis, and delivering feedback
* Commercial awareness with the ability to manage profitability, client expectations, and complaint resolution
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £55,000 with access to a company-wide incentive plan
* 25 days holiday plus the option to buy or sell 3 days
* Family cover private medical insurance
* Death in Service, Critical Illness Cover, and Income Protection
* Employee volunteering programme and resource groups
* Access to online discount platforms and nationwide retail and entertainment discounts
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant
Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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