Costs Lead Lawyer (Legal)

TL;DR

Costs Lead Lawyer (Legal): Leading and delivering high-value costs strategy within the Complex Injury team with an accent on technical excellence, litigation management, and team leadership. Focus on driving profitability, mentoring legal professionals, and shaping firm-wide costs strategy.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Southampton (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of legal and claims solutions to the insurance sector, leveraging technology and AI to optimize claims handling and litigation processes.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of high-value, complex costs matters.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to the costs team.
• Handle strategic litigation, including test cases and group litigation.
• Identify and implement new costs initiatives to drive profitability.
• Contribute to the Costs Strategy Group to shape future firm direction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and clients.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Costs law, principles, and case law.
• Proven experience handling complex, high-value costs files independently.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute innovative legal strategies.
• Experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder management.
• Track record of delivering training and developing others.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid capacity in Southampton.

Culture & Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan and competitive pension contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) and Simply Health Care Cash Plan.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including 24/7 online GP and mental health services.
• 25 days holiday per year with the option to buy/sell additional days.
• Access to various discount schemes including gym, retail, and travel.
• Commitment to professional growth, innovation, and collaborative team culture.

Hiring process

• Initial phone call and CV review.
• Interview process.
• Offer and onboarding.