Russian-Speaking Paralegal – Business Crime

EJ Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading City law firm is seeking a Russian-speaking Paralegal for a 12-month contract in their Business Crime team. The role involves supporting high-profile investigations, conducting legal research, and liaising with clients. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience in disputes or litigation.
• Business-fluent Russian and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Assist on multiple live cases, managing tasks under tight deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents.
• Provide translation and interpretation support.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Resilience

Job description

Russian-Speaking Paralegal – Business Crime

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Russian-Speaking Paralegal - Business Crime

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Russian-speaking Paralegal to join the market-leading Business Crime team at a top-tier City law firm. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, created due to the current postholder being offered a training contract—highlighting the team's commitment to developing legal talent.

The Role:

The successful candidate will support complex, high-profile investigations and disputes by:

• Assisting on multiple live cases, managing tasks under tight deadlines
• Conducting legal research and drafting documents
• Liaising with clients and attending meetings
• Providing translation and interpretation support (Russian-English and English-Russian)
• Coordinating case logistics and maintaining documentation

About you:

• At least 6 months’ experience in disputes or litigation (essential)
• Exposure to sanctions work (highly desirable)
• Business-fluent Russian and English, both written and spoken
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple deadlines
• Confident communicator, proactive, team-oriented
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity for a Russian-speaking Disputes Paralegal to gain hands-on experience in a highly respected business crime practice in the City. You'll handle sensitive cases with responsibility and client exposure from day one, with potential for long-term development.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Legal Services