Paralegal

About the role

Farmers Electric Cooperative (FEC) is a progressive and rapidly growing electric distribution system located east of Dallas, Texas, serving over 100,000 meters across a 12-county area. The Paralegal reports directly to the Corporate Counsel and focuses heavily on transactional matters, supporting corporate in-house legal operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, review, and revision of contracts and related documents
• Assist with developing, updating, and maintaining standard contract forms, templates, and transactional documents
• Coordinate contract processes from intake through execution
• Maintain files and databases and track compliance of key contract terms
• Assist attorneys with transaction closings and document organization
• Manage and maintain real estate matters, with a strong focus on easements and property acquisition
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and support risk management initiatives
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal departments on a wide range of legal and contractual issues
• Research and stay updated regarding current local, state, and national regulations, statutes, and issues affecting the utility industry

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or Paralegal Certificate
• 5 years of related paralegal experience, with specific corporate in-house and transactional experience focusing on contracts, vendor/supplier agreements, and real estate/easements
• Team-focused, member-driven, self-motivated, and self-sufficient
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple matters, and able to exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential business information
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous leave policy
• Work/life balance
• Employer-paid pension plan
• 401(k)

Schedule

Applications accepted through December 14th. Anticipated start date of January 18th with reasonable flexibility for the right candidate.