Russian Paralegal 12mth FTC

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London Boutique Law Firm is seeking a Russian Paralegal for a 12-month FTC. The role involves translating legal documents, supporting fee earners, and requires fluency in both Russian and English. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic record, previous Paralegal experience, and strong organizational skills. This position offers exposure to engaging legal work and the chance for contract extension.

Benefits

Exposure to challenging legal work

Opportunity for contract extension

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Russian and English, in both written and verbal.
• A high level of academic achievement, including a 2:1 degree.
• At least 6 months previous experience as a Commercial litigation/Business Crime Paralegal.
• Ability to use multiple legal databases.
• Sanctions experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to fee earners by translating and interpreting case files.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and translating legal documents.
• Communicate effectively in Russian and English with clients and internal teams.
• Provide detailed notes from meetings or conference calls.

Skills

Fluency in Russian

Fluency in English

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in research and document management

Education

2:1 degree

Commendation or above in the LPC/BPTC

Tools

Legal databases

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Russian Paralegal 12mth FTC to join the Business Crime and Commercial Litigation/Civil Fraud departments of a top tier Boutique Litigation Law Firm. The role requires both fluency in Russian and English.

Client Details

Top tier London Boutique Law Firm.

Description

• Provide support to fee earners by translating and interpreting case files and documentation.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and translating legal documents, ensuring high accuracy.
• Communicate effectively in Russian and English with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Provide detailed notes from meetings or conference calls with clients, counsel and other third parties.

Profile

A successful Russian Paralegal 12mth FTC should have:

• Fluency in both Russian and English, in both written and verbal.
• A high level of academic achievement, including a 2:1 degree, plus a commendation or above in the LPC/BPTC.
• At least 6 months previous experience as a Commercial litigation/Business Crime Paralegal.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in research and document management.
• Ability to use multiple legal databases.
• Be flexible and cope with challenging deadlines
• Sanctions experience is advantageous

Job Offer

• Russian Paralegal 12mth FTC
• Exposure to challenging and engaging legal work for a top tier boutique law firm in London
• Opportunity for the 12 month contract to be extended

This role is ideal for someone seeking to grow their expertise as a Russian Paralegal in a top tier boutique law firm. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we encourage you to apply today!