Arbitration Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm is seeking an International Arbitration Paralegal for a 6-month contract. This role involves working closely with a Partner on significant arbitration cases, demanding attention to detail and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with a strong academic background and relevant experience will be prioritized, although exceptional communicators may also be considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience as a paralegal in international arbitration.
• Excellent academic record required.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a Partner on various international arbitration cases.
• Handle complex, large-scale matters efficiently.
• Ensure high-quality legal research and documentation.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Client skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Proofreading skills

Education

First-class academics

Job description

Job Title: International Arbitration Paralegal

Salary: Up to £42,000 depending on experience

Location: Central London

Leading US law firm is seeking a paralegal to work closely with a Partner on various international arbitration cases for a 6-month contract. The team is willing to delegate significant responsibility, including filings. While experience as an arbitration paralegal in a leading firm is preferred, candidates without experience may be considered if they have first-class academics and exceptional communication skills.

This award-winning team is expanding rapidly and is very busy. The successful candidate must be able to start effectively from day one, handling complex, large-scale matters efficiently, with an excellent eye for detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a dynamic environment and a valuable opportunity to gain quality paralegal experience with a global client list, working alongside a team of high-profile lawyers. The position is demanding, requiring the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 months’ experience as a paralegal in international arbitration
• Excellent academic record
• Ability to work independently
• Outstanding communication, client, and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, especially in legal research
• Strong proofreading and research skills

McKinlay Law aims to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. Due to high application volume, we may not respond individually to all candidates. If you do not hear from us within 24 hours, your application has been unsuccessful, and we will not retain your details.