Costs Paralegal - Insurance Team - Sheffield

We are seeking to hire a Costs Paralegal into our disputes team in Sheffield.

About us

CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.

We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by emerging technologies such as generative AI and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

We are a forward-thinking, client-focused law firm who are, renowned for our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. With a diverse client base spanning corporate, government, and insurance sectors, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding legal services and building lasting relationships. Our Sheffield office is a dynamic hub where talented professionals thrive, supported by a collaborative culture and the latest legal technologies.

About the role

As a Junior Costs Draftsperson/Paralegal in our costs team, you will play a key supporting role in the management and conduct of legal costs work. You will have the opportunity to work with an enviable client base, including many leading corporates, insurers and major brokers. The work is some of the most varied and complex available and you will gain exposure across civil and commercial litigation as well as international arbitration.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Managing a varied caseload of costs-related matters

Liaising directly with clients to obtain instructions and provide regular updates

Drafting costs budgets, bills of costs, Points of Dispute, costs schedules and other related documentation

Conducting legal research and preparing bespoke client advices

Managing the costs process from inception to resolution, including negotiations, assessments, and settlements

Maintaining accurate records using case management systems and online trackers.

About you

We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one. Our opportunities are open to all suitably qualified applicants, so to be considered for this role, you must meet the following skills and experience:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to develop a career in the legal sector within costs work. You should have a keen eye for detail and the ability to use your initiative. A strong academic background is desirable, and you may have a degree in law or be working towards a legal qualification such as CILEX.

Some previous experience as a paralegal in costs or costs draftsperson, is essential; in addition full training and support will be provided.

This role is ideal for someone at an earlier stage in their legal career, with an interest in costs work, and a willingness to learn and develop within a supportive team.