In-House Paralegal (Part-time)

About the role

We are seeking a part‑time In‑House Paralegal to join the legal team of a leading international construction and infrastructure company in London. The role offers exposure to a wide range of legal, commercial, compliance and governance matters across large‑scale projects.

Key responsibilities

• Support the legal team on commercial, compliance, governance and operational matters.
• Assist with the management of legal documentation, records and internal reporting systems.
• Coordinate claims, disputes and insurance matters, liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisers.
• Help with compliance and due‑diligence processes for new projects, clients and business activities.
• Support governance activities, internal approvals and wider compliance initiatives.
• Maintain legal precedents, guidance materials and internal knowledge resources.
• Ensure legal, compliance and insurance records remain accurate and up‑to‑date.
• Build relationships with project, commercial, finance, compliance and operational teams.
• Provide general support on matters arising from live projects and day‑to‑day business operations.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or in a legal operations environment.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with stakeholders across different business functions.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Desirable: experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure or other project‑led industries; exposure to claims, insurance, compliance or corporate governance; previous in‑house legal experience.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with document management systems.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded international business operating on major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Broad exposure across legal, compliance, governance, claims and insurance matters.
• Close collaboration with experienced in‑house lawyers and senior business stakeholders.
• Varied workload with genuine responsibility from day one.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent platform for developing a long‑term in‑house career.