Paralegal - Arabic Speaking (6-Month FTC)

Wedlake Bell are urgently recruiting an Arabic-speaking Paralegal to join our Art & Luxury team on a 6-month contract to support an ongoing Arts law project.

Our Art & Luxury team is a leading practice worldwide in their field, regularly instructed on record-breaking high-value transactions and disputes. They advise a range of clients from artists, private collectors and international galleries through to governments, state institutions, museums, lenders, philanthropists and art fairs. 

The team are currently involved in a large-scale project reviewing artistic regulatory frameworks worldwide, and need a paralegal with Arabic (Saudi dialect) language skills to support them. The day-to-day workload will involve translations, conducting legal research, and contributing to regular client reports. There is an opportunity to undertake fee-earning work on this and other matters.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a paralegal to join and immediately get involved with high-level and high-profile work. Aside from Arabic language skills, we are seeking someone ideally from a legal background with a passion for Art and developed research skills.

Find out more about our Art & Luxury team here.

About Us:

Located in the heart of the City of London, Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. The firm has 81 Partners and a total headcount of around 400. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.

Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip!), you will quickly feel like part of the WB team! 

Key Responsibilities:

• Translating documents (Arabic to English and vice-versa) and in-person to relevant stakeholders in meetings;
• Carrying out legal research on arts law and worldwide jurisdictions;
• Drafting legal documents and contributing to client update presentations;
• Supporting the due diligence for transactions;
• Identify potential issues / complications in ongoing maters and liaise with key internals (i.e property and tax partners); and
• Other ad-hoc administration as relates to ongoing matters.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must have native-level spoken and written Arabic language skills, ideally in the Saudi dialect;
• Must be immediately available;
• Ideally (but not essential) have a relevant legal qualification - law degree, or legal post-graduate qualification in a related field;
• Excellent communication skills – must be able to interact and communicate effectively across all levels of seniority and on both an internal and external basis;
• Able to work well under pressure and in keeping with deadlines;
• Must have excellent attention to detail;
• Strong IT, organizational skills; and
• Able to manage own workload and show initiative.

Why join us?

• A competitive starting salary
• comprehensive pension plan.
• 25 days paid holiday per annum, plus additional leave for significant life events.
• Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year.
• Life Assurance and competitive income protection scheme.
• Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services.
• Variety of staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes and subsidised gym memberships.
• A range of bonus schemes recognising referrals and client introductions.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.

If you are passionate about joining a busy team and are eager for a challenging yet fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply.