Russian-Speaking Paralegal Business Crime Team

EJ Legal; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Russian-speaking Paralegal at a top-tier City law firm. This role involves supporting high-profile investigations and disputes, providing translation services, and managing case logistics. With a commitment to developing legal talent, this firm offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in a respected business crime practice. You'll work closely with senior solicitors, gaining real responsibility from day one in a fast-paced environment. If you're a proactive communicator with strong organisational skills, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience in disputes/litigation.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist on multiple live cases, managing tasks under tight deadlines.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft legal documents.

Skills

Business-fluent Russian

Business-fluent English

Legal research

Client communication

Organisational skills

Job description

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

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 role, created due to the current postholder being offered a training contract – a testament to the team’s commitment to developing legal talent.

The Role:

You’ll play a vital part in supporting complex, high-profile investigations and disputes. Working closely with senior solicitors and partners, you will:

• Assist on multiple live cases, managing a range of tasks under tight deadlines
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft legal documents
• Liaise directly with clients and attend client meetings
• Provide high-level translation and interpretation support (Russian to English and English to Russian)
• Help coordinate case logistics and maintain key case documentation

About you:

• At least 6 months’ experience in disputes/litigation (essential)
• Exposure to sanctions work (highly desirable)
• Business-fluent Russian and English, both written and spoken
• Strong organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Confident communicator, proactive attitude, and team player
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the most respected business crime practices in the City. You'll be working at the heart of some of the most sensitive and complex cases, with real responsibility and exposure to clients from day one.