Trainee Legal Costs Accountant

About the Company

About the Position

Key Responsibilities

• Professionally analyse solicitor’s files and papers for the purpose of preparing detailed Bills of Costs.
• Drafting various documents including Bills of Costs.
• Preparing documentation to set matters down for Adjudication/Taxation.
• Following successful completion of a six-month probationary period, there will be a gradual introduction to the Adjudication/Taxation process wherein you will represent Principals on Adjudication/Taxation or other appropriate forums or by way of negotiation of costs.
• Liaising with relevant third parties to deal with all aspects of costs and addressing any queries that arise.
• Other Ad Hoc duties as required.

Experience/Requirements

• 1+ years’ relevant work experience, newly graduated legal students or candidates with experience of working in the legal sector such as legal secretaries or administrators
• Honesty and integrity are highly desired qualities in a prospective candidate.
• Possess strong linguistic skills with good retention of information to memory.
• Competent negotiations skills with an ability to articulate your point clearly.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Be self-motivated and highly organised, with the ability to multitask and prioritise work.
• Be efficient, with excellent attention to detail.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Full driving license will be of assistance as in time you may be required to travel to the Circuit Court in various counties.

Remuneration Package

• Salary of €35,000- €37,000

• Commission after training period

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