Russian Speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal
- London
- £30,000-34,000 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
Top City Law Firm | 12-Month FTC | Business Fluent Russian & English RequiredA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Russian-speaking Paralegal to join the highly regarded Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team at a leading City law firm on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an outstanding chance to gain valuable, hands-on experience working on complex, high-stakes disputes and investigations in a top-tier legal setting.The Role
Working closely with senior solicitors and partners, your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and analysing legal documents and case files
- Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls, with accurate and detailed note-taking
- Drafting correspondence and internal memos
- Preparing court bundles and managing disclosure exercises
- Liaising with Counsel, clients, and external parties
- Providing high-quality translation and interpretation support
- Assisting with general case logistics and document management
- At least 6 months' experience in a litigation or disputes-based role (essential)
- Previous exposure to civil fraud or white-collar crime matters is advantageous
- Fluency in Russian and English, both written and spoken (essential)
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, demanding environment