Litigation Paralegal for Future Trainee

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent US-based litigation firm seeks a Litigation Paralegal for Future Trainee on a 12-month fixed-term contract in Slough. The role involves assisting lawyers with dispute resolution activities and includes responsibilities such as document drafting and legal research. Preferred candidates will have a strong academic background and relevant paralegal experience.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave

Gym/fitness membership contributions

Wellbeing packages

Qualifications

• Secured Deferred Training Contract.
• At least 6 months of commercial litigation or international arbitration paralegal experience.

Responsibilities

• Organise, summarise, and index case documents.
• Draft correspondence, disclosure requests/responses.
• Prepare and maintain hearing bundles.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Drafting

Case Management

Education

University degree (2.1 or above preferred)

GDL

LPC

Job description

Litigation Paralegal for Future Trainee

Job Details

Client: Not specified

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU Work Permit Required: Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview: A US-based litigation firm with a prominent London City office is hiring a Litigation Paralegal for Future Trainee on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

• Salary up to £35,000
• Standard hours 09:30-17:30 with hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, gym/fitness membership contributions, wellbeing packages, etc.

The successful candidate will assist lawyers in dispute resolution activities, including arbitrations, litigation, and investigations for various cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organise, summarise, and index case documents, especially fact-heavy files
• Draft correspondence, disclosure requests/responses, and related documents
• Prepare and maintain hearing bundles, including court filings
• Conduct legal research using online resources
• Take notes during calls, meetings, and hearings; track cases online
• Identify relevant case law

Skills & Requirements:

• University degree (2.1 or above preferred) or equivalent qualification
• GDL (if applicable) and LPC essential
• Secured Deferred Training Contract
• At least 6 months of commercial litigation or international arbitration paralegal experience