Junior Costs Negotiator

To pursue the settlement of all portal and fixed costs as soon as practicably possible on a range of RTA/EL/PL/ claims.

A Fixed Recoverable Costs Negotiator should be able to proactively review cases; formulate an initial costs strategy and settlement parameters; provide comprehensive advice to clients; commence early telephone negotiations with opponents;and liaise, as required, with Insurers throughout the life of the file.

The Fixed Recoverable Costs Negotiator should be able to establish strong working relationships within the Costs team;the wider Keoghs business;and with our clients through use of excellent oral skills and succinct written communications.

The Fixed Recoverable Costs Negotiator will be expected to attain their Objectives as well as Client SLAs and KPIs.Support and mentoring with their Personal Development Plan will be provided to enable technical development and career progression.

The Head of Costs is Howard Dean;Technical Director is Elaine Pitt; and Business Unit Director is Amanda Nuttall.This role is in the Legacy Team based in Birmingham and supported by Paul Edwards.