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WHC Energy Services

Paralegal

Lafayette, LA

The Paralegal supports WHC Energy Services' Legal and Contracts function, with a primary focus on contract administration support, commercial risk support, claims management support, and legal ...

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Pbf Energy

Paralegal

Martinez, CA · Hybrid

$72K - $124K/yr

Paralegal PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented ...

Northwestern Energy

Paralegal

Helena, MT · On-site

$27.50 - $42/hr

Paralegal Work Location: Helena, MTPay range: $27.50 to $42.00 per hourEmployment Status: Regular ... NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South ...

Northwestern Energy

Paralegal

Helena, MT · On-site

$27.50 - $42/hr

Paralegal Work Location : Helena, MT Pay range : $27.50 to $42.00 per hour Employment Status ... NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South ...

NextEra Energy

Paralegal - Solar

Houston, TX · On-site

Requisition ID: 96316 At Gexa Energy, a NextEra Energy Resources company, we provide reliable low ... The paralegal will also handle NDA review and coordination, assist with settlements, and conduct ...

PBF Energy, Inc.

Paralegal

Martinez, CA · On-site

$72K - $124K/yr

Paralegal PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented ...

Centrus Energy Corp.

Paralegal

Bethesda, MD

$72K - $121K/yr

At Centrus Energy, you'll play an important role supporting the legal team that's helping power the future of clean energy. As a Paralegal, you'll partner closely with our Associate General Counsels ...

Centrus Energy Corp.

Paralegal

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$72K - $121K/yr

At Centrus Energy, you'll play an important role supporting the legal team that's helping power the future of clean energy. As a Paralegal, you'll partner closely with our Associate General Counsels ...

Xcimer Energy

Paralegal

Denver, CO · On-site

$36 - $45/hr

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with ... As Paralegal , you will apply your skills to assist Xcimer employees and the legal department ...

Xcimer Energy

Paralegal

Denver, CO

$36 - $45/hr

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with ... As Paralegal , you will apply your skills to assist Xcimer employees and the legal department ...

Xcimer Energy

Paralegal

Denver, CO

$36 - $45/hr

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with ... As Paralegal , you will apply your skills to assist Xcimer employees and the legal department ...

Pacifico Energy Group

Paralegal

Dallas, TX · On-site

About Us Pacifico Energy is a global energy infrastructure firm supporting complex, large-load ... We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to support Pacifico's growing legal ...

Energy Vault

Senior Paralegal

Westlake Village, CA · On-site

Our Company Welcome to Energy Vault ® (NYSE:NRGV) , a global energy storage and power ... The Senior Paralegal will provide essential legal operations and administrative support to the ...

Energy Vault

Senior Paralegal

Westlake Village, CA · Hybrid

Energy Vault's focus is to deliver reliable, flexible power that supports the evolving needs of ... The Senior Paralegal will provide essential legal operations and administrative support to the ...

Energy Vault

Senior Paralegal

Westlake Village, CA · Hybrid

$119K - $191K/yr

Our Company Welcome to Energy Vault ® (NYSE:NRGV) , a global energy storage and power ... The Senior Paralegal will provide essential legal operations and administrative support to the ...

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Paralegal

Des Moines, IA · On-site

The paralegal provides a wide range of professional legal support services to attorneys in the form ... S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through ...

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Paralegal

WHC Energy Services

Lafayette, LA

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

ROLE
WHC LLC (A Surerus Murphy Company) (WHC), is seeking to recruit a Paralegal. The Paralegal supports WHC Energy Services’ Legal and Contracts function, with a primary focus on contract administration support, commercial risk support, claims management support, and legal documentation support across construction and energy infrastructure projects. This role works closely with internal legal counsel and the commercial team to support contract lifecycle management, compliance, claims management, and risk mitigation activities.
The Paralegal will support the preparation, review, organization, and tracking of contracts and related commercial documents in a high-volume, project-based environment, as well as support claims management across the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Legal & Commercial Support
    • Support internal legal counsel with document preparation, review, organization, deliverables, and deadlines.
    • Support responses to contractual notices, claims, and project correspondence.
    • Maintain organized legal and contract files (digital and/or physical).
    • Support document management systems and continuous improvement of contract workflows.
    • Assist with tracking insurance certificates, bonding, warranties, and compliance documentation.
    • Assist with audits, information requests, and document retrieval.
    • Assist in maintaining compliance with internal governance and corporate policies.
    • Prepare summaries, reports, and tracking documents for internal stakeholders.
    • Assist with claims management, including communicating with insurance adjusters and outside counsel as required.

Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
  • Paralegal diploma or certificate, or equivalent legal/contract administration experience.
Experience
  • 10+ years of experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, contracts administration, or legal operations role.
  • Experience in construction, energy, EPC, or infrastructure environments strongly preferred.
  • Experience working with MSAs, subcontracts, purchase orders, and service agreements considered an asset.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Strong understanding of contract structure, commercial terms, and document control processes.
  • Strong understanding of claims management for both litigated and non-litigated matters
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems.
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven project environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is based at our Lafayette, LA office. Travel to project sites may be required.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Paralegal reports to the General Counsel.
EEO Statement 
WHC Energy Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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