Russian Speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal

EJ Legal; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading City law firm in London is seeking a Russian-speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience working on complex disputes and investigations, supporting senior solicitors and partners. Fluency in Russian and English is essential, along with at least 6 months of relevant experience. Apply now to take the next step in your legal career.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience in a litigation or disputes-based role.
• Previous exposure to civil fraud or white-collar crime matters is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and analysing legal documents and case files.
• Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls.
• Drafting correspondence and internal memos.
• Preparing court bundles and managing disclosure exercises.
• Liaising with Counsel, clients, and external parties.
• Providing high-quality translation and interpretation support.
• Assisting with general case logistics and document management.

Skills

Fluency in Russian

Fluency in English

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive team-oriented approach

Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure

Resilience and adaptability

Job description

Russian Speaking Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Top City Law Firm | 12-Month FTC | Business Fluent Russian & English Required

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Russian-speaking Paralegal to join the highly regarded Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team at a leading City law firm on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an outstanding chance to gain valuable, hands-on experience working on complex, high-stakes disputes and investigations in a top-tier legal setting.

The Role
Working closely with senior solicitors and partners, your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and analysing legal documents and case files
• Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls, with accurate and detailed note-taking
• Drafting correspondence and internal memos
• Preparing court bundles and managing disclosure exercises
• Liaising with Counsel, clients, and external parties
• Providing high-quality translation and interpretation support
• Assisting with general case logistics and document management

About You

• At least 6 months’ experience in a litigation or disputes-based role (essential)
• Previous exposure to civil fraud or white-collar crime matters is advantageous
• Fluency in Russian and English, both written and spoken (essential)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, demanding environment

If you're looking to take the next step in your legal career and this role sounds like a great fit, we encourage you to apply today!

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