Euro Foods Group is a leading international manufacturer and distributor of frozen and fresh foods, serving the restaurant, catering and specialist supermarket sectors.
Established in 1991, the company began the journey by supplying the Indian restaurants and takeaways in Wales and the West Country. With hard work and determination the business then developed rapidly, and the supply chain became national.
We pride ourselves on the following;
Quality – As the UK's largest supplier of the Asian food market, we have a passion for the delivery of high quality produce.
Innovation - We lead the industry with innovation in products and services to ensure ongoing, loyal customer relationships.
Commitment - We promise to fulfil our customer's needs and engage with their views to help improve our services for everyone.
Reliability - We work in an honest and trustworthy manner to gain and maintain the respect of our customers.
Job summary
The Legal Department currently has a position available for a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to work full time (Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm), mainly in the commercial/contractual side of the business (with the main duties being the business' debt recovery portfolio). This is an exciting opportunity to develop the skillset needed for a future career, the SQE, as well as first-hand experience of working with a busy legal team, both in Court and behind the scenes.
The business specialises in the distribution of ethnic food to Retail Stores across the country and currently has depots based in Sunderland, Barking, Hayes, Darlaston and Newport with Cwmbran being the Head Office.
Key responsibilities
Perform research on applicable regulations, laws on behalf of the Legal Manager
* Discover facts of case
* Collects and organises evidence and other important papers for lawyers to review
* Keeps client files organised and up to date in paper and/or electronic format
* Handling a large caseload
* Drafting formal legal documents, such as contracts and pleadings, as well as correspondence with clients and other parties
* Prepares reports for lawyers in anticipation of trial
* Gathers formal statements from parties and witnesses for use in court
* Assists during trial by taking notes, preparing exhibits, and reading court transcripts
* Files documents, such as briefs and appeals, with court and other parties
* Arranges meetings and depositions with clients, witnesses, and other lawyers
* Contacts clients to investigate the case and keep them apprised of the case's status
* Attends to basic administrative tasks, such as photocopying, making and receiving phone calls, and fielding correspondence
* Writing reports
More advanced Paralegal responsibilities include:
* Taking witness statements
* Meeting with experts and claimants
* Handling a caseload of clients
* Helping Solicitors to prepare for court
* Attending court
* Building experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Completed Law Degree at grade 2:2 or higher
* Ability to work under pressure
* Must be able to work to tight deadlines
* Having high attention to detail
* Good research skills
* Having competent written and spoken communication abilities
* Being well organised
* Having competent computer abilities
* Being respectful for confidential information
* Being able to deal with large amounts of information
Desirable
* Completed and passed CiLEX, LPC or BPTC courses
Schedule:
* Monday-Friday
* * Work from office, with occasional travel to courts (expenses paid).
* 28 days holiday incl. bank holidays.
Salary negotiable dependent on experience.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £23,809.00 per year
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person