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Tucson Electric Power · 5 days ago

Paralegal I, II, or Senior

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

UNS Energy Corporation, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Contracts Paralegal I, II, or Senior to join their team. The role involves assisting attorneys with contract management and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Electrical DistributionEnergyPower Grid

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys and business teams with contract drafting, review, and administration

Support the contracts lifecycle, including due diligence, execution, administration, amendment, renewal, and termination

Under the oversight of our attorneys, collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract terms align with company policies, business goals, and regulatory requirements

Maintain and organize contract repositories and databases

Prepare summaries of contractual requirements and key dates for business units

Conduct legal research related to contracts, regulatory compliance, and utility operations

Assist attorneys with development, implementation and ongoing management of contract forms, policies, and process improvements

Support audits and regulatory requests involving contracts

Qualification

Contract draftingLegal researchMS Office proficiencyWestlaw/LexisNexisLegal terminology knowledgeAnalytical skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

At least three years of experience in a paralegal, administrative assistant, or legal assistant, or similar role in the corporate, utility or contracts field or related area

Outstanding client service and communication. Finds ways to build efficiencies and improve the client experience

Excellent research and technology skills, including proficiency in MS Office products (especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), Westlaw and/or Lexis/Nexis, and familiarity with the Internet, including search engines and the use of Boolean search terms

Experience with maintaining a database and/or central repository for contracts and corporate documentation

Strong knowledge of legal terminology and principles

Impeccable integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of Company matters

Strong interpersonal/people skills and written communication skills

Superior organizational, planning, and time management skills

High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness. Exceptional proofreading skills

Adept at working in a fast-paced environment and under deadlines. Ability to follow detailed instructions

Willingness to take on multiple detailed tasks and effectively prioritize various projects and deadlines

Outstanding analytical skills including ability to identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and develop substantiated conclusions

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, positively, and as a collaborative team player with attorneys, as well as colleagues at all levels within department and across the organization

Strong work ethic and professional demeanor

Regular and predictable on-site attendance