Paralegal

5 days ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom Optical Express Full time

Title: Paralegal


Location: Glasgow City Centre, fully on-site


Hours: 40 hours per week


Salary: Competitive plus benefits


Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.


The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.


Over £400 million has been invested in our clinics and in our advanced technology, so it is no wonder we are the number one choice for Laser Eye surgery and premium Intraocular Lens patients in the UK. Every week, our Optometrists and Ophthalmic Surgeons help to transform the vision of thousands of people across the country.


If you are interested in working as a Paralegal for a market leader in a clinical field, then read on as we seeking a talented Paralegal to join our in-house legal department, within our prestigious city centre office on St Vincent Street.


The role:

The role of Paralegal will include the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Document management – collating and checking documents, with preparation of files;
  • Assisting with day to day tasks for the in-house Solicitors;
  • Dealing with any ad hoc duties that may arise;
  • Drafting letters and reports to the client;
  • Research tasks and analysis of documents to provide information to the in-house Solicitors;
  • Ensure files are kept up to date, accurate and in accordance with company procedure;
  • Assisting with drafting of Court documents;
  • Assisting with the preparation of Witness Statements/Precognitions; and
  • Assisting with updates to third parties.


Essential Skills:

  • Flexible and willing to work within a busy team environment;
  • Be able to work accurately, with good attention to detail;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Confident in working independently, but also work well within a team;
  • Highly organised;
  • IT literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel;
  • Experience of Scottish Court proceedings essential;
  • Experience of English Court proceedings desirable;
  • Experience of medical malpractice/personal injury/litigation desirable;
  • Preferably have a minimum of a degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) or a Paralegal qualification.


What’s in it for you?

  • An industry leading salary plus excellent bonus potential
  • State of the art, modern working environments
  • 29 days annual leave
  • Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
  • Free eye tests
  • Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
  • Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Pension scheme


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.


We are an equal opportunities employer.

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