Senior Paralegal – Construction & Procurement (3-Month FTC)

Elevate Legal Talent; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Legal Talent is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the legal team on an interim basis (3 Month FTC). You will support construction and procurement matters, review and draft contracts, and assist with tender and supplier documentation.

The role requires experience in construction, procurement, or commercial contracts, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. ASAP start and commercial focus are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a Senior Paralegal or equivalent.
• Background in construction, engineering, infrastructure, procurement or commercial contracts.
• Strong commercial contracts experience.
• Understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Commercially minded, proactive and able to work independently.
• Confident communicating with non-legal stakeholders.
• Available to start ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Support construction and commercial contract matters.
• Review, draft and manage contracts, amendments and related documentation.
• Support procurement activity, including tender and supplier documentation.
• Assist with contract reviews, risk identification and escalation.
• Manage contractual records, obligations and key dates.
• Provide day-to-day support to procurement, commercial and operational teams.
• Conduct legal and contractual research as required.

Skills

Senior Paralegal

Commercial contracts

Construction contracts

Procurement

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Elevate Legal Talent is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the legal team on an interim basis (3 Month FTC). You will support construction and procurement matters, review and draft contracts, and assist with tender and supplier documentation.

The role requires experience in construction, procurement, or commercial contracts, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. ASAP start and commercial focus are highly valued.