Construction Paralegal

Construction Paralegal

Posted 1 day ago by Montresor Legal

£35,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Construction Paralegal at a leading global law firm in London involves supporting the Construction team with non-contentious construction matters on a temporary basis. The position requires drafting and negotiating contracts, managing a caseload, and contributing to team initiatives. This opportunity offers exposure to high-profile projects and collaboration with experienced legal professionals. The contract is initially for three months, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, warranties, bonds and related documents
  • Supporting with research, client updates, and team training materials
  • Advising on JCT, NEC and FIDIC contracts across major UK and international infrastructure projects
  • Managing your own caseload and contributing to wider team initiatives
  • Supporting on procurement strategy, contract risk analysis and legal documentation

Key Skills:

  • Strong paralegal experience in non-contentious construction law
  • A solid understanding of JCT, NEC3/4 or FIDIC contracts
  • Excellent attention to detail, strong research and drafting skills
  • Confident, organised and proactive — someone who can hit the ground running in a high-performing team
  • Legal qualifications and prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal setting

Salary (Rate): £35,000.00 yearly

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Legal

Detailed Description From Employer:

Join the London office of a leading global law firm, known for delivering high-profile, cross-border work across energy, infrastructure and complex development projects. Their Construction team sits at the heart of major deals and negotiations and is now looking for a capable Paralegal to join them on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month contract. This is a brilliant opportunity to be part of a busy and collaborative team, working directly with partners, associates, trainees and another paralegal on substantial non-contentious construction matters.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, warranties, bonds and related documents
  • Supporting with research, client updates, and team training materials
  • Advising on JCT, NEC and FIDIC contracts across major UK and international infrastructure projects
  • Managing your own caseload and contributing to wider team initiatives
  • Supporting on procurement strategy, contract risk analysis and legal documentation

What they’re looking for:

  • Strong paralegal experience in non-contentious construction law
  • A solid understanding of JCT, NEC3/4 or FIDIC contracts
  • Excellent attention to detail, strong research and drafting skills
  • Confident, organised and proactive — someone who can hit the ground running in a high-performing team
  • Legal qualifications and prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal setting

The Details:

  • Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend
  • £30,000–£35,000 pro rata, depending on experience
  • Hybrid working available, based from central London offices
  • Opportunity to gain exposure to market-leading international work

If you’re an experienced construction paralegal looking for a new challenge in a supportive, high-calibre team, this could be a great short-term move with long-term potential.