Construction Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious law firm in London as a Paralegal in their dynamic Construction team. Engage with high-profile projects and enhance your legal expertise through a supportive environment. This temporary, 3-month contract with potential extension offers a great opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction law and understanding of JCT, NEC3/4, or FIDIC contracts.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and related documents.
• Managing caseload and contributing to team initiatives.
• Supporting research and client updates.

Skills

Strong paralegal experience in non-contentious construction law

Attention to detail

Research skills

Drafting skills

Confident and organized

Education

Legal qualifications

Job description

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Join the London office of a leading global law firm, known for delivering high-profile, cross-border work across energy, infrastructure and complex development projects. Their Construction team sits at the heart of major deals and negotiations and is now looking for a capable Paralegal to join them on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month contract.

This is a brilliant opportunity to be part of a busy and collaborative team, working directly with partners, associates, trainees and another paralegal on substantial non-contentious construction matters.

What you’ll be doing:

• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, warranties, bonds and related documents

• Supporting with research, client updates, and team training materials

• Advising on JCT, NEC and FIDIC contracts across major UK and international infrastructure projects

• Managing your own caseload and contributing to wider team initiatives

• Supporting on procurement strategy, contract risk analysis and legal documentation

What they’re looking for:

• Strong paralegal experience in non-contentious construction law

• A solid understanding of JCT, NEC3/4 or FIDIC contracts

• Excellent attention to detail, strong research and drafting skills

• Confident, organised and proactive — someone who can hit the ground running in a high-performing team

• Legal qualifications and prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal setting

The Details:

• Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend

• Hybrid working available, based from central London offices

• Opportunity to gain exposure to market-leading international work

If you’re an experienced construction paralegal looking for a new challenge in a supportive, high-calibre team, this could be a great short-term move with long-term potential.