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Career opportunities at Driscoll Kingston Solicitors Liverpool, UK
A career at Driscoll Kingston Solicitors in Liverpool can be a rewarding and challenging adventure and we are committed to helping our people reach their full potential through continuous training and development.
We offer employees the opportunity to move ahead in their career to enable them to meet their professional goals. Our people have access to a wide range of benefits and incentives to assist them in their personal and professional development. We have an inclusive culture that extends to both our clients and employees.
COSTS DRAFTSMAN/NEGOTIATOR VACANCY:
Responsibilities:
• Drafting Bills of Costs & N260 cost schedules (electronic bill drafting is desirable but not necessary)
• Preparing Precedent H Cost Budgets and Budget Discussion Reports
• Undertaking cost negotiations and maximising cost recovery
• Providing advice and guidance to fee earners on cost issues
• Issuing Part 8 proceedings and drafting N252s for formal bill service
• Preparing Points of Dispute and Replies
• Ability to risk assess offers and utilise case law to resolve disputes.
• Dealing with provisional/detailed assessment hearings including preparing bundles
• Post-assessment work including calculation of assessment figures and oral reviews.
Skills
• Ability to manage own caseload from cradle to grave from a cost perspective.
• Strong knowledge of case law and Civil Procedure Rules
• Ability to meet targets and work under pressure with high turnaround workload.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and opponents.
What you will be offered:
Salary £25,000 per annum dependent on experience.
Flexible Office hours between 8am and 6pm (35 hours per week excluding hour for lunch)
Early finish Fridays subject to Targets being achieved.
32 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Transport Links
Pension Scheme
Genuine progression through the Business.
Free Gym Liverpool city Centre
Medicash Health Care Plan
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Due to expansion, we are inviting applications for a First Responder/General Administration Associate within our new claims. You will be working within a professional and friendly environment. This role is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, dynamic expanding specialist Solicitor firm who are looking to grow their Housing Disrepair department due to a high demand for their services and an expansion of their client portfolio.
Driscoll Kingston Solicitors is a very successful client-focused business based in the heart of Liverpool City Centre. Our recently renovated offices include, break out rooms, Kitchens etc.
The role:
·Previous Administration experience is advantageous; however, full training will be provided.
·The role will report directly to the Department Manager.
·Working within a fast-paced office environment.
Skills:
·Must be IT literate with Word and Excel and qualified to at least GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent). Will be updating and maintaining case files within a bespoke IT case management system.
·The successful candidate will be organised, accurate and methodical in their approach, comfortable working within a team and alone. Self-starter and Self-motivator are key characteristics for this role as is precision and attention to detail.
·A polite, positive, and professional telephone manner is required taking enquiry calls and directing to the relative departments and individuals.
What you will be offered:
Salary £16,000 per annum.
Flexible Office hours between 8am and 6pm (35 hours per week excluding hour for lunch)
Early finish Fridays subject to Targets being achieved.
32 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Transport Links
Pension Scheme
Genuine progression through the Business
Free Gym Liverpool city Centre
Medicash Health Care Plan
