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Construction Paralegal

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Posted on Jun 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Tower Hamlets, Greater London, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£26k - £29k Annual
Full-Time
Construction Paralegal

London

£26,000 - £32,000 + Benefits

An established and highly regarded law firm with a strong presence across London and the South East is seeking a Construction Paralegal to join its growing Construction and Engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Paralegal looking to develop their career within a respected firm that advises developers, contractors, consultants, funders and property owners on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.

Working alongside experienced construction solicitors and partners, the successful Construction Paralegal will gain exposure to high-quality work, direct client contact and genuine long-term progression opportunities within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Construction Paralegal's Role

The successful Construction Paralegal will provide support across a varied caseload involving construction, engineering and infrastructure matters.

Responsibilities will include:

* Assisting solicitors on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters

* Reviewing and preparing construction contracts, appointments, warranties and ancillary documentation

* Conducting legal research on construction, engineering and commercial law matters

* Supporting adjudications, mediations, arbitrations and court proceedings

* Reviewing project documentation, correspondence and contractual records

* Preparing bundles, chronologies, witness packs and hearing documentation

* Drafting correspondence, reports and legal documents

* Assisting with due diligence and document review exercises

* Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and other third parties

* Attending client meetings, hearings and project-related conferences where required

* Managing case files and ensuring compliance with key deadlines

* Supporting fee earners with matter administration and transaction management

The Construction Paralegal

* Law degree, LPC or SQE qualification preferred

* Previous paralegal experience within construction, commercial litigation, real estate, projects or commercial law would be advantageous

* Genuine interest in construction and engineering law

* Strong legal research and drafting abilities

* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

* Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines

* Strong communication and client-facing skills

* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving

* Professional and team-oriented attitude

* Eagerness to learn and develop within a specialist legal practice

In Return?

* £26,000 - £32,000 salary

* Hybrid working arrangements

* Comprehensive training and development programme

* Exposure to high-quality construction and engineering work

* Pension scheme

* Private healthcare

* Generous annual leave allowance

* Bonus scheme

* Clear progression opportunities

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Paralegal seeking exposure to complex and rewarding work, strong mentoring and a clear route for progression within a respected and growing law firm

Reference: 225273766

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Construction Paralegal

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 22, 2026 by CV-Library

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Tower Hamlets, Greater London, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£26k - £29k Annual
Full-Time
Construction Paralegal

London

£26,000 - £32,000 + Benefits

An established and highly regarded law firm with a strong presence across London and the South East is seeking a Construction Paralegal to join its growing Construction and Engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Paralegal looking to develop their career within a respected firm that advises developers, contractors, consultants, funders and property owners on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.

Working alongside experienced construction solicitors and partners, the successful Construction Paralegal will gain exposure to high-quality work, direct client contact and genuine long-term progression opportunities within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Construction Paralegal's Role

The successful Construction Paralegal will provide support across a varied caseload involving construction, engineering and infrastructure matters.

Responsibilities will include:

* Assisting solicitors on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters

* Reviewing and preparing construction contracts, appointments, warranties and ancillary documentation

* Conducting legal research on construction, engineering and commercial law matters

* Supporting adjudications, mediations, arbitrations and court proceedings

* Reviewing project documentation, correspondence and contractual records

* Preparing bundles, chronologies, witness packs and hearing documentation

* Drafting correspondence, reports and legal documents

* Assisting with due diligence and document review exercises

* Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and other third parties

* Attending client meetings, hearings and project-related conferences where required

* Managing case files and ensuring compliance with key deadlines

* Supporting fee earners with matter administration and transaction management

The Construction Paralegal

* Law degree, LPC or SQE qualification preferred

* Previous paralegal experience within construction, commercial litigation, real estate, projects or commercial law would be advantageous

* Genuine interest in construction and engineering law

* Strong legal research and drafting abilities

* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

* Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines

* Strong communication and client-facing skills

* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving

* Professional and team-oriented attitude

* Eagerness to learn and develop within a specialist legal practice

In Return?

* £26,000 - £32,000 salary

* Hybrid working arrangements

* Comprehensive training and development programme

* Exposure to high-quality construction and engineering work

* Pension scheme

* Private healthcare

* Generous annual leave allowance

* Bonus scheme

* Clear progression opportunities

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Paralegal seeking exposure to complex and rewarding work, strong mentoring and a clear route for progression within a respected and growing law firm
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Reference: 225273766

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