Bilingual Paralegal

Victoria Selection & Search; Madrid; On-site; EUR 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

Job summary

A reputable international law firm in Madrid seeks a Bilingual Paralegal to manage high-value international cases. Responsibilities include case management, document review, and hearing logistics. The ideal candidate holds a law degree and has 1-3 years of paralegal experience. This is a temporary role with a salary of around €35,000, including hybrid work conditions.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience as a paralegal or legal assistant at a leading international dispute resolution practice.
• Experience with Spanish or UK legislation.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day case management of large electronic and paper case files.
• Conduct first level reviews of documents prior to second level reviews.
• Assist with written work during submission phases.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish

Research and document production skills

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree or equivalent legal studies

Tools

Microsoft365

Adobe Word

Excel

Westlaw

PLC or specific arbitration databases

Job description

About the role

Our client, a reputable international law firm, is looking for a Bilingual Paralegal to join their team in Madrid to work on high‑value international cases.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day case management – implementing procedures, organising and maintaining large electronic and paper case files, indexing documents, and managing correspondence.
• Document review – working alongside lawyers to conduct first level reviews prior to second level review by the associate team.
• Filings – assisting with written work of associates during submission phases, producing documentation with consistent house style, cite‑checking, proofreading and managing supporting documentation.
• Hearings – logistical planning of hearings, negotiating contracts with transcribers, interpreters and hearing venues, producing opening/closing PowerPoint presentations, and preparing cross‑examination bundles.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish to proofread and draft legal documentation in both languages.
• 1–3 years experience as a paralegal or legal assistant at a leading international dispute resolution practice, handling high‑value, complex disputes, commercial litigation, international arbitrations or PIL.
• Law degree or equivalent legal studies.
• Experience with Spanish or UK legislation, knowledge of technology (Microsoft365, Adobe Word, Excel, VC Software), and familiarity with Westlaw, PLC or specific arbitration databases.
• Strong research and document production skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, and excellent attention to detail.

Work Conditions

• Location: Madrid, Almagro.
• Salary: Circa €35,000, dependent on experience.
• Timetable: 9:00 h – 18:00 h.
• Office/WFH: 3 days in office, 2 days WFH.
• Contract: Temporary (6 months), extension possible but not guaranteed.
• Incorporation: Q1 2026.
• Flexible hours and travel due to the international focus of the role.

Seniority and Employment

Seniority: Associate. Employment type: Temporary. Job function: Administrative. Industries: Law Practice.

Other Information

• Background checks are performed following the extension of a conditional offer.