Job Description
French-Speaking Commercial Litigation ParalegalTop City Law Firm | 12-Month FTC | Business Fluent French & English RequiredAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a French-speaking Paralegal to join a top-tier City law firm’s renowned Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent chance to gain hands-on experience on complex, high-value disputes and investigations within a leading legal environment.The Role:Supporting senior solicitors and partners, your key responsibilities will include:
* Review and analyse case materials
* Reviewing and analysing legal and case documentation
* Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conference calls, with detailed note-taking
* Drafting correspondence and internal memoranda
* Preparing court bundles and managing disclosure materials
* Liaising with Counsel and clients
* Provide high-level translation and interpretation support (French to English and English to French
* Assisting with case logistics and maintaining key records and documents
About you:
* Minimum 6 months’ experience in a litigation or disputes role (essential)
* Prior exposure to civil fraud or business crime matters is beneficial
* Business-fluent in both French and English (written and spoken)
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
* A strong communicator, proactive and a collaborative team player
* Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
If this role sounds exciting and you’re keen to make a move, please apply today!As part of EJ Legal’s candidate registration and care process all successful applications are responded to within 14 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We may keep your details on our system on a confidential basis for future opportunities. If you would prefer us not to do this, please let us know.