Preferred location in Helena; other major office location in Montana may be considered (Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Missoula).QualificationsAssociate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or paralegal certificationAt least 3 years of related experience and/or training is preferredExperience with an in-house legal department or law firm is preferredKnowledge of Serengeti Legal Tracker, SharePoint, and SAP is desiredMust be able to demonstrate a good safety recordMust possess strong oral and written communication skillsStrong basic accounting and budgeting skillsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteStrong work ethic and willingness to work under rigorous deadlinesAbility to complete multiple large and routine tasks timely with accuracy and attention to detail to manage the needs of multiple attorneysAbility to maintain a high degree of confidentialityBroad knowledge of research procedures, computer-based legal research programs, and principles of judicial and administrative processesAnalytical skills necessary to incorporate business concerns into evaluation of legal issuesMust be comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environmentGet Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org] (click the link to certify at no cost)DutiesCoordinate and make travel arrangements for Executive to conferences, company functions, and meetingsCoordinate and make travel arrangements for members of the Legal DepartmentManage email and calendar for important correspondences, meeting requests, and travel arrangementsCompile, review, proof and process documents for Executive Respond to business inquiries regarding ExecutiveReceive, review, and respond to requests from internal business partners, including legal matters, customer disputes, and regulatory inquiriesScreen incoming correspondence and refer matters requiring immediate attention to the appropriate personnel in the Legal DepartmentConduct legal research and prepare memos, reports, and presentationsProvide regulatory and litigation supportPrepare and issue legal hold notices and releases, while maintaining a list of legal holdsAssist in preparing draft discovery responses, subpoena responses, and responses to requests for more informationAssist in preparing the Legal Department's materials for Board of Directors meetingsAssist in managing the Legal Department's document retention/filing systemProcess invoices through SAPPrepare expense reports and process credit card charges through ConcurAssist with annual budget and monthly forecast for the Legal DepartmentManage Serengeti Legal Tracker e-billing systemPrepare engagement letters for outside counselSupport legal department projectsComplete assignments and other duties as requested by General Counsel and other Corporate AttorneysProvide backup support to other Executive Assistants as neededTravel to meetings and conferences (up to 5% of the time)All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & EthicsEnsure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectivesFull-time position.$26.74 to $38.94 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.Open until filled.Apply online at: