Sr Legal Assistant

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Date: Jun 6, 2024

Location(s): Juno Beach, FL, US, 33408

Company: NextEra Energy

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

 

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy Resources  is looking for a Senior Legal  Assistant to join the commercial transactions team in our Juno Beach office.

 

The employee in this position will be responsible for:

 

•    Assisting in preparation of commercial agreements, including formatting and redlining
•    Drafting notices and correspondence
•    Preparing outside counsel engagement packages, budgets and tracking outside counsel invoices
•    Providing administrative support to attorneys, including preparing expense reports, making travel arrangements, organizing meetings, time entry

 

The ideal candidate will have: 

 

•Excellent client service orientation with the ability to work with all levels of the organization
•Confidential and accountable
•Self-motivated and able to prioritize
•Works independently and as part of a team
•Proficient with computer systems, applications and common office technology

Job Overview

Employees in this role provide advanced legal and administrative assistance and support functions for attorneys and members of the law department.

Job Duties & Responsibilities


•   Assists in case preparation including basic legal research, file maintenance and transaction management and closings
•   Drafts documents and correspondence
•   Maintains legal calendar and schedules all legal proceedings and negotiations
•   Mentors and coordinates work activities for junior employees
•   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications


•  High School Grad / GED
•  Experience:8+ years

Preferred Qualifications


•  Multi-Tasking
•  Time Management
•  Adaptability
•  Planning
•  Organization Skills
•  Typing Skills
•  Telephone Skills
•  Report/Presentation Preparation
•  Copy Services/Duplication
•  Mail Express Services

 

Employee Group:  Non Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization:  NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  No

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

 

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

 

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

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Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

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