Commercial Disputes Paralegal - 6 Month Contract - Hybrid Working

Commercial Litigation Paralegal (Contract – 6 Months)

Hybrid Working | Daily Rate Contract | July Start

We’re currently recruiting for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a busy in-house legal team on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential to extend.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to complex disputes work within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The Role

You’ll support the legal team across a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including:

• Assisting with shareholder disputes
• Document review (both hard copy and digital files)
• Preparing court bundles
• Drafting instructions to counsel
• Supporting on witness statements and case documentation
• Attending meetings and actively contributing to case strategy
• Coordinating materials for external counsel where required (including employment matters)

The team utilises OpenText for document management, so experience with similar systems is beneficial.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who have:

• 12–18 months’ commercial litigation experience (either in private practice or in-house)
• Exposure to document review processes (highly desirable)
• Strong drafting and organisational skills
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the confidence to contribute in meetings

Contract Details

• Duration: Initial 6 months (with strong likelihood of extension)
• Start Date: July
• Day Rate: Competitive
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (flexible), travel contributions on offer. Excellent rail links from Peterborough

Why Apply?

• High-quality, varied litigation work
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact within a small, supportive team
• Hybrid flexibility
• Potential for longer-term engagement

If you’re a motivated litigation paralegal ready to step into a dynamic role this summer, we’d love to hear from you.

LHH Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.