Role: Commercial Litigation/Civil Fraud (12m FTC)

Location: London

Salary: £34k - £36k

This specialist law firm focuses on complex and high-stakes disputes, with particular expertise in business crime and civil litigation. It advises a global client base that includes multinational corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals facing serious legal challenges where reputation, livelihood, or liberty may be at risk.

Its work frequently involves high-profile matters, and the firm is widely recognised in legal directories as a leader in financial and business crime, investigations, and civil fraud. It has received recent commendations in national legal awards and has been shortlisted for further recognition in the coming year.

The firm is committed to justice and reflects this not only in its legal work but also in its approach to people, the community, and environmental responsibility. It promotes a supportive, direct, and inclusive working culture, with a strong emphasis on diversity and excellence.

The Department

The firm’s Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud department has consistently achieved top-tier rankings across its areas of practice. The team is known for handling matters involving civil and criminal fraud, complex commercial disputes, international investigations, and cross-border legal issues, including extradition and mutual legal assistance.

Role Overview

A full-time paralegal opportunity has arisen in the Civil Fraud and Commercial Litigation department. The role is offered on an initial twelve-month contract and will focus on providing legal and administrative support on a significant matter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting hearings and trials (e.g., agreeing indices, logistical coordination)
• Preparing and managing hearing bundles
• Liaising with external services such as transcribers
• Document filing and retrieval
• External correspondence by phone and email
• Conducting legal research and drafting memos on varied issues
• Taking detailed notes in client meetings and conference calls with counsel and third parties

Candidate Profile

The ideal applicant will demonstrate:

• A strong academic background, including a qualifying law degree or conversion course (GDL), plus postgraduate legal training (LPC or BPTC)
• At least one year of experience as a paralegal within a litigation-focused team
• Experience in large-scale and complex litigation
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• A high degree of attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• A proactive, collaborative, and professional approach to work