Swedish Speaking Lawyer

Ryder Reid Legal Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law recruitment agency is seeking a UK-qualified Lawyer fluent in Swedish for a temporary assignment in London. The role entails preparing witness statements for a large case across multiple jurisdictions and requires a minimum of 2+ years of PQE with a strong background in commercial disputes. Ideal candidates will have experience taking witness evidence and working in large teams. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled professional to join a dynamic competition team on a temporary basis.

Qualifications

• 2+ PQE with proven commercial disputes experience.
• Strong understanding of CPR and litigation stages, especially for witness statements.
• Experience in large, multi-jurisdictional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare witness statements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Engage in a client-facing role.

Skills

Fluency in Swedish

Commercial disputes experience

Witness evidence taking

Client advisory skills

Knowledge of CPR and litigation stages

Job description

Temporary Swedish‑Speaking Associate (Competition Team)

Ryder Reid Legal is recruiting for an exciting opportunity - our top law firm client is seeking a UK‑qualified Lawyer who is fluent in Swedish to join a large case on a temporary one‑month assignment. The role will focus on preparing witness statements across multiple jurisdictions in a client‑facing capacity.

Key Requirements

• 2+ PQE with proven commercial disputes experience
• Excellent knowledge of CPR and litigation stages, especially witness statements
• Strong track record in taking witness evidence and advising clients
• Experience working in large, multi‑jurisdictional teams

Desirable (not essential)

• Prior competition litigation experience
• Experience acting for claimants
• International/multi‑jurisdictional casework

If this role interests you and you would like to hear more, please apply!

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.