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Costs Consultant - Private Client

Posted 1 day 15 hours ago by Peak Costs Limited

Permanent

Full Time

Other

Cumbria, Carlisle, United Kingdom, CA1 1

Job Description

Peak Costs, aren't your traditional law firm.

We're a modern, people first, costs firm built on deep expertise, commercial thinking, and real people who care about doing great work properly. We work with our clients, not just for them - and the same goes for our team.

We're looking for a Costs Consultant to join our Private Client team. If you know your way around Court of Protection and Private Client work, want to be empowered to run files from start to finish, and want to be part of a business that values ideas as much as output, we'd love to hear from you.

What will you do?

You'll be part of our specialist Private Client team, (headed up by Julie Fitzpatrick) handling matters on a cradle-to-grave basis.

Your work will primarily focus on Short Form and Detailed Bills for assessment in Court of Protection matters, including (but not limited to):

Deputyship Applications
Annual General Management matters
Statutory Will Applications
Inheritance Act Claims

You'll manage your own caseload, work closely with colleagues and Clients, and play an active role in shaping how we work. We want people who are organised, switched on and confident enough to contribute ideas.

At Peak, we expect high standards: strong attention to detail, the ability to work to deadlines, and a flexible, proactive approach when things get busy. Just as importantly, we want people who bring a positive influence to their team and the wider business.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but won't be limited to:

Drafting Short Form Bills and Detailed Bills for assessment in Court of Protection matters
Advising on outcomes of assessments at the SCCO, including preparing appeals and completing Bill Summaries
Drafting Contentious Probate Costs Budgets
Preparing clear, detailed advice to clients at all stages of the costing process
Making full use of all case management and drafting software provided
Attending internal and external training workshops, conferences, and seminars where required

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in Private Client and/or Court of Protection costs work
Comfortable running their own caseload independently
Highly organised, efficient, and reliable
Detail-focused, with strong drafting skills
Able to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines
Commercially minded and solutions-focused
A team player who contributes positively and collaborates well
Keen to get involved and share ideas.

Why Peak Costs?

At Peak, you won't be a cog in the machine or just a number. You'll be part of a team that backs each other, values your voice, and wants you to do your best work. We care about standards, culture, and building a business people genuinely want to be part of.

What you can expect from us: