Costs Team Leader

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Costs Team Leader to join a growing Costs team within a leading firm based in Bolton.

This is a key leadership role focused on delivering financial and technical performance, supporting individual and team development, and driving continuous improvement across a high-performing legal costs team.

As a Costs Team Leader, you will:

• Plan and distribute workloads strategically.


• Mentor and supervise team members.


• Deliver personal caseload to required standards and contribute to team KPIs.


• Monitor and manage team performance against financial and quality benchmarks.


• Implement internal policies, procedures and initiatives to maintain excellence and compliance.


• Manage client relationships, ensuring cost efficiency and high-quality service.


• Conduct audits, deliver feedback, and lead performance improvement plans.


• Support succession planning and staff development through tailored training and coaching.


• Handle complaints professionally and contribute to enhancing client satisfaction.


• Collaborate with senior leadership on claims handling strategies and operational challenges.

The successful candidate will need:

• Proficiency in all stages of cost litigation.


• Strong leadership qualities to include motivating and developing others.


• Sound judgement in case strategy reviews and problem solving.


• High attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to work under pressure.


• Strong financial acumen and commercial mindset.


• Ability to manage HR processes such as appraisals and team meetings.


• Commitment to professional standards.

The benefits:

• 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell days.


• Private medical insurance.


• Incentive bonus plan tied to performance and contribution.


• Discounts on retail, travel, entertainment and fitness.


• Death in service, critical illness and income protection.

Apply now if you are ready to lead a successful costs team based in Bolton.

For further information on the role you can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann on 01618714759 or nadine.ali@saccomann.com.