Winn Group
Trainee Legal Costs Draftsman and Negotiator
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At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation. As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8 Star rating by Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.
We're on the lookout for ambitious individuals to join our Costs team as Trainee Legal Costs Draftsman & Negotiator. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate Legal Costs Schedules with the aim of ensuring maximum recovery of Legal Fees and Disbursements.
Responsibilities
- Draft Schedules and Bills of Costs, to include Litigation Schedules such as Costs Budgets, Estimates and Statements of Costs for Trial/ Applications.
- Support with the negotiation of Legal Costs and Disbursements.
- Assist with costs litigation, to include Part 8 Proceedings, applications and detailed assessment proceedings.
- Liaising with Legal Teams.
- Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used.
- To ensure you uphold the Core Values of the Winn Group.
- Any ad hoc or additional duties as deemed fit and appropriate by the Management Team for this post and the associated level of responsibility attached to it.
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About You
To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business. Full training will be provided. This is a mix of classroom-based learning and shadowing.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience of working to performance objectives.
- Experience of working towards deadlines.
- Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives.
- Experience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environment.
- Cooperative and flexible approach.
- Ability to identify where problems may arise and adopt a solution-focused approach.
- Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills.
- IT literate.
- Commitment to own personal development.
About Us
At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.
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What We Offer
- Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).
- Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits like the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme (T&C's apply).
- Wellbeing Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.
- Social and Charitable Events: Across the year we host a range of events, including Christmas and Summer Parties, as well as an Annual Awards Night. Each year we support a local charity and host numerous fundraising events to raise money for a good cause.
Working Hours
This role is Full Time based on 40 Hours per week. We are also fully office based in Byker, Newcastle.
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