Spanish In-house company Paralegal - Engineering Consultancy

Moffatt & Nichol; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waterfront infrastructure projects is seeking a Paralegal to support corporate lawyers and internal project teams. The role involves legal document preparation, compliance advice, and research, requiring fluency in Spanish and English. Join a diverse team committed to design innovation and excellence in legal support.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a law office or as an in-house lawyer.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily legal support for internal project teams.
• Assemble, proofread, and edit drafts of contracts and legal documents.
• Advise on Spanish public procurement regulations.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Knowledge of public procurement regulations

Education

University degree in Law

Master's in Public Procurement

Tools

Office automation software

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as a leader in this field. We are seeking a Paralegal to join our Legal team. The Paralegal will provide legal assistance to corporate lawyers and contractual support to internal project teams.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a global infrastructure advisor based in the U.S., focusing on coastal, harbor, and river facilities. Since 1945, the company has been committed to design innovation, ranking No. 1 in Marine and Port Facilities by Engineering News-Record (ENR) and among the Top 50 International Designers. Our professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects serving clients worldwide from offices across Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific Rim. Our primary practice areas are coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbors; transportation, bridges, and rail.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as liaison between company lawyers, outside counsel, and clients.
• Provide daily legal support for internal project teams, particularly within our Spanish entity, and support other company entities as needed.
• Assemble, proofread, and edit drafts of contracts, licenses, and legal documents.
• Prepare and file legal documents with relevant authorities.
• Review contracts and legal documents received in Spanish for English-speaking lawyers and employees.
• Advise on Spanish public procurement regulations to ensure compliance.
• Conduct research on projects as directed by corporate lawyers.
• Ensure the company's compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist in analyzing legal documents internally.
• Compile data from trusted legal resources.

Other Duties:

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Law; a master's in Public Procurement is desirable.
• Experience in a law office or as an in-house lawyer.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent in spoken and written Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of Spanish public procurement regulations and online platforms for submitting public offers is essential.
• Proficiency with office automation software.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.

Working Conditions:

Primarily sedentary work, interacting with clients, with occasional travel.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

We value diversity and are committed to nondiscrimination. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including protected veterans. For accommodations or assistance, contact Human Resources at [phone] or TTY/TDD 711.