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Paralegal - ComEd Real Estate (Hybrid)
- Exelon (Oakbrook Terrace, IL)
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Who We Are
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under general direction, performs responsible, specialized and confidential legal assignments and research for real estate and property protection issues within the Legal Department. Assists with closings, acquisition, sale, and termination of temporary and permanent real estate rights, legal proceedings, transactions and other legal matters by identifying problems, needs and procedures. May work closely with other legal, governmental, or regulatory disciplines, real estate department, and a variety of clients, and assists in the planning, research and evaluation process directed towards the management of the Company’s legal exposure.
Primary Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
1 Collect, analyze, organize and maintain the entire array of information, records and documents in accordance with acceptable legal practices and procedures as needed to support Legal, real estate, and the practice area attorneys
2 Prepare draft documents pertaining to property acquisitions, protection of company property, other company business and Legal activity for attorney edit and review
3 Develop and maintain a knowledge of tariff and other regulatory requirements, and the background relating to procedures and processes in the applicable areas of practice within the law department
4 Perform routine legal procedures under direct supervision and control of attorney; perform routine legal research
5 Draft documents that require insertion of basic information and/or utilizing standard format following department practice
6 Perform filing and other clerical functions
7 Coordinate work with Legal Administrative Assistants
Job Scope
JOB SCOPE
+ Supportsattorneys,companymanagementandseniorlevelparalegalstaffinmattersinvolvingcompanypersonnel,andoutsidecounselandtheirstaff
+ Supportsco-workersregardingdepartmentactivitiesandfunctions
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Possessatleasttwotofouryearsofprofessionallegalexperienceinreal estate or other project related areaoflaw;possessahighschooldegreeorequivalent;andpossessaparalegalcertificatefromanaccreditedinstitutionorhaveaminimumoftwotofouryearsofin-depthpracticalexperience,including land use planning, or real estate transactions,inanestablishedlawfirm or in house in a corporate setting.
+ Possessthedemonstratedabilitytocomprehendandfollowverbalinstructions.
+ Possessageneralknowledgeoflawfirmandlegalpracticesandprocedures,includinglitigation,andtherulesorproceduresrequiredofthevariouscourtandadministrativesystems.Possessaworkingknowledgeoflegalterminology.Behighlyskilledintheuseofcomputersandsoftwarepackagesbeingutilizedbythedepartment, including Microsoft office suite.
+ Possessanddemonstrateinitiativeandsoundjudgmentrequiredtomakedecisionswithoutsupervisionandintheabsenceofexactestablishedprocedures.Possesswillingnesstoacceptresponsibilityanddevotethetimenecessaryforsuccessinalegalenvironment.Possesstheabilitytomeetcriticalandshortdeadlines,acommitmenttosuccessfulperformanceandthecompletionoftasks,andtheabilitytoworkindemandingconditions.
+ Possesstheabilitytocommunicateclearly–bothorallyandinwriting–andtoreadandanalyzelegalmaterialsandotherdata.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Notary
Benefits
Benefits
+ Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $66,400.00/Yr. – $91,300.00/Yr.
+ Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 7%
+ 401(k) match and annual company contribution
+ Medical, dental and vision insurance
+ Life and disability insurance
+ Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
+ Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
+ Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
+ Referral bonus program
+ And much more
Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.
Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [email protected].
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