Paralegal II

About the role

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking a Paralegal to support our Legal Department by providing critical assistance on legal and regulatory matters that impact the reliable operation of the electric grid and wholesale energy markets.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and legal documents, identifying issues and supporting attorneys in contract administration activities.
• Track federal and state regulatory dockets and monitor legal and regulatory matters affecting the organization.
• Aid in the preparation, review, and filing of regulatory submissions before federal and state agencies.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and summarize findings for attorneys and business stakeholders.
• Review, proofread, and cite-check legal documents, filings, correspondence, and reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and status updates related to legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Administer and maintain the company's records retention program and legal document management processes.
• Draft, review, and recommend revisions to correspondence and other documents to help ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support the administration and maintenance of the company's records retention program and legal document management processes.
• Prepare and maintain department reports, calendars, and matter status updates.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives within the Legal Department.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization and share expertise to support business objectives.
• Understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required. In lieu of a degree, candidates may qualify with two (2) additional years of directly relevant professional experience beyond the minimum experience requirements.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience preferred.
• Paralegal training is not required but is considered a plus.
• Database skills.

Qualifications

• General understanding of the law and legal documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals, inside and outside the Company, personally, via phone and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, requiring little day-to-day supervision.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent organizational skills, with considerable attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work well under stress and within deadlines, despite interruptions.
• Flexibility and the ability to function with constantly changing and multiple priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Pay

The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process. Paralegal II Salary range: $64,060 – $78,465.

Schedule

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Little Rock, Arkansas, with a minimum requirement of two days per week in the office. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional extended hours as needed.

Travel

This position requires minimal travel (approximately 5%).

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities.
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Relocation bonus (if applicable).
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible.
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP.