Construction Paralegal

The Firm

We stand out for our consistently excellent advice: we provide technical excellence, experience and crucially, we demonstrate real insight into our clients and what matters to them. Our knowledge of our chosen sectors and markets, and our investment in our client relationships set us apart. We are a natural choice for FTSE100 and other high profile clients.

The Team

Launched in 2010, our well-established, high performing and busy Transaction Services Team (TST) helps Addleshaw Goddard deliver a world-class service to its clients. We were the first team of its kind in the UK, and continue to innovate by delivering work efficiently, saving our clients time and money. Our team includes apprentices, paralegals, managers, and solicitors.

Our team members focus on tasks found in various legal assignments that do not necessarily require qualified lawyers, including process elements of transactional, advisory, and contentious work. We leverage technology and play a key role in enabling Addleshaw Goddard to respond to client demand for innovative and value-driven services.

Alongside a competitive salary and benefits, we offer opportunities to support major UK businesses, internal and client secondments, and a dedicated career development framework including regular development conversations, legal qualification sponsorship, and technical training programs.

You will work with the non-contentious construction team, primarily focusing on non-contentious construction assignments. There may be opportunities to engage with other areas of the firm depending on your availability.

The Role

You will primarily work with the non-contentious construction team on tasks such as:

1. Drafting legal documents including letters, notices, collateral warranties, and building contracts.
2. Managing project aspects like collateral warranties, document management, under supervision.
3. Handling document execution processes.
4. Preparing third-party rights notices.
5. Organizing electronic data sites and liaising with third parties.
6. Reviewing documentation for due diligence projects.
7. Communicating with clients and third parties, supporting team members.
8. Monitoring project statuses and updating trackers.
9. Providing ad hoc support on projects.
10. Checking legal documents for quality and consistency.
11. Attending meetings and supporting billing processes.
12. Performing any additional tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

This role is dynamic and requires flexibility. Essential skills include:

• High attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and positive approach.
• Strong work ethic and ambition.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Sound judgment and commercial awareness.
• Interest or experience in technology use.

Previous paralegal or construction paralegal experience is advantageous but not essential.

Firm Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to ensure a positive working experience, including:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Pension contributions.
• Health and wellbeing subsidies.
• Volunteer days and CSR initiatives.
• Holiday buy/sell options.
• Mental health initiatives and professional support.
• Referral bonuses and recognition awards.
• Optional private medical and dental insurance.
• Annual health screenings and voluntary critical illness cover.