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Oversee legal knowledge management, including maintaining templates and precedents (APAs, SPAs, diligence lists, closing checklists), tracking and obtaining necessary consents, and coordinating required regulatory filings and certificates. The Paralegal role supports the legal function (Chief Legal Officer and Regional General Counsel) and other internal stakeholders with day to day legal operations support, document review, and project coordination.

Who We Are Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. "Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems. What We Offer <ul><li>Paid Time Off and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks annually and paid company holidays </li><li>Comprehensive Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few. </li><li>401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start. </li><li>Grow with us: Professionally development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance </li><li>Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization. </li></ul>Overview The Paralegal role supports the legal function (Chief Legal Officer and Regional General Counsel) and other internal stakeholders with day to day legal operations support, document review, and project coordination. It serves as a key point of contact for the legal team, managing inquiries, maintaining legal records, and ensuring regulatory and corporate compliance. The position drafts and updates legal documents, supports risk mitigation strategies, and assists in transactional work, including due diligence and document management. Work Location and Schedule This position will be primarily based at our office in Sugar Land, TX. What You'll Do<ul><li>Reviews various documents, identifying key risks and responsibilities and providing recommendations to legal counsel </li><li>Serves as first point of contact for legal team, corporate departments, and business units for general legal inquiries (in particular, corporate entity information), addressing and directing inquiries as appropriate </li><li>Drafts various legal documents, and works with the legal team to develop and update legal templates and precedents </li><li>Supports the development and implementation of strategies to address key risks </li><li>Primary administrator for contract management tool (ContractWorks), working with business units, departments, and IT team in providing and managing access and providing basic support </li><li>Prepare and file annual reports and other required Secretary of State filings to ensure all corporate entities remain compliant with applicable regulatory and reporting requirements. </li><li>Maintain and update legal entity records and documentation within the department's SharePoint site (and Diligent), ensuring accuracy, organization, and secure access. </li><li>Administer litigation hold procedures, including issuing, tracking, and monitoring compliance with active litigation hold notices. </li><li>Manage regulatory documentation, including maintaining FCC license records and overseeing the organization's SAM (System for Award Management) registration and renewals. </li><li>Provide administrative and operational support to the Legal department, including processing vendor invoices, managing purchase orders, and troubleshooting related issues as needed. </li><li>Manage due diligence workflows, including organizing and maintaining VDRs, conducting lien searches, and coordinating with internal stakeholders to secure required documents, analysis, and approvals. </li><li>Support transaction execution by preparing signature packets, reviewing and assembling disclosure schedules and exhibits, verifying defined terms, and ensuring rigorous version control across all deal documents. </li><li>Oversee legal knowledge management, including maintaining templates and precedents (APAs, SPAs, diligence lists, closing checklists), tracking and obtaining necessary consents, and coordinating required regulatory filings and certificates. </li><li>Reviews various documents for risk, including third party contracts, terms and conditions, and procurement documents. </li><li>Prepares lists of exceptions/mark-ups, makes reservations, and aids in meeting preparation etc. to support the development and implementation of strategies to address key risks. </li><li>Manages inquiries and requests of legal team, responding to queries regarding day-to-day operations, ongoing projects, and related issues, and obtaining necessary information and triaging issues to legal counsel as appropriate. </li><li>Drafts various legal documents, including corporate resolutions, and works with the legal team to develop and update legal templates and precedents. </li><li>Assists legal counsel in education and training sessions for their client groups, preparing and presenting materials. </li></ul>What You'll Bring Experience <ul><li>5+- years' experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. </li></ul>Education <ul><li>Bachelor's Degree; Paralegal certificate or diploma </li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities <ul><li>Proficiency in MS Office and related applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Forms). Familiarity and experience with Diligent Entities and ContractWorks (or similar contract management tool) preferred. </li><li>Ability to develop successful relationships with a wide variety of individuals. </li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to work efficiently and effectively without direct supervision. </li><li>Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. </li><li>Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. </li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Normal Office Setting </li><li>Light to moderate levels of physical activity on an occasional to regular basis </li><li>Light physical activity could include normal office work. </li><li>Little to no travel required. </li><li>Usage of PC and/or laptop, copy machine, telephone, and other general office equipment. </li><li>Requires normal hearing and vision. </li><li>May require moderate intervals of mental focus or sensory effort for length of time greater than 4 hours. </li><li>May spend an extensive amount of time focused on a screen or on a task. </li><li>May work on a moderate amount of mentally or sensory stimulating tasks. </li><li>Occasional mental exertion and time spent interacting or collaborating with internal team members and/or external stakeholders. </li><li>Expends mental effort into communicating and persuading others. May include presenting. </li><li>Moderate degree of mental focus solving non-routine problems </li></ul> About Our Company We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law. We are an E-Verify participating employer.

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Administrative Skills

Analysis Skills

Attorney

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Communication Skills

Contract Management

Copying Machines

Corporate Compliance

Corporate Law

Document Management

Documentation

Documentation Review

Due Diligence

FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

Identify Issues

Laptop PC

Legal

Legal Documents

Legal Support Skills

Liens

Litigation

Maintain Compliance

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Word

Office Equipment

Operational Support

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Procedure Implementation

Project/Program Coordination

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Record Keeping

Regulations

Regulatory Reports

Risk

Risk Analysis

Risk Management

Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)

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License Required: Yes Job Locations: US-TX-Sugar Land Company Overview: IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

General Job Description:
Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive In-House Contracts Paralegal to support our Legal Department and internal teams. In this role, you will serve as a key coordinator between our Legal Department, Division Managers, Accounting, Executives, and other departments to ensure contract processes are handled efficiently and deadlines are met. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks while working independently. This individual should maintain a professional, friendly demeanor and demonstrate strong communication skills when collaborating with internal teams and external partners. <h3>Why You’ll Love Working Here</h3><ul><li>Exposure to diverse legal areas, including contracts, litigation, and compliance work.</li><li>Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop legal skills in a collaborative team environment.</li><li>A supportive workplace where your contributions truly matter and impact business operations.</li></ul><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Assist with reviewing and editing agreements and contract documents.</li><li>Identify legal processing issues and escalate them to appropriate internal and external parties when necessary.</li><li>Create, organize, and update files; scan, mail, and maintain document records to ensure contracts are properly filed and processed.</li><li>Communicate with Division Managers and contracting parties via telephone, email, and mail as needed.</li><li>Update files with documents, notes, and communications in accordance with company standards.</li><li>Track key dates, deadlines, and contractual obligations to ensure compliance and timely completion.</li><li>Support the Legal Department and other teams with administrative and coordination tasks.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Minimum Education:
High School

Minimum Years of Experience:
0-2

Specific Qualifications:
<h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in English, Paralegal Studies, or a related legal field preferred.</li><li>1+ years of experience in an office or administrative setting.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams) and Adobe Acrobat.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent research, writing, and communication abilities.</li><li>Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; bilingual candidates are a plus.</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><h3>Physical Requirements</h3><ul><li>Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.</li><li>Ability to read and review printed and digital documents for accuracy.</li><li>Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external parties.</li><li>Ability to perform repetitive motions (e.g., typing, data entry).</li><li>Ability to occasionally lift or move files and office materials up to 15 pounds.</li><li>Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, scanners, printers, and telephones.</li></ul><h3>Work Environment</h3><ul><li>This is an in-office position.</li><li>Work is performed in a professional office environment with routine interaction with internal departments and external parties.</li><li>The role may require handling multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.</li></ul>

License Required:
Yes

Job Locations:
US-TX-Sugar Land

Company Overview:
IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life. IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply. From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives. Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: <ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it</li><li>Competitive Pay</li><li>Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match</li><li>Company Paid Time Off</li><li>Company Paid Life Insurance</li><li>Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and  Short Term Disability Plans</li><li>Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage</li><li>Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage</li><li>Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs</li></ul>

EEO Statement:
PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.  NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid. EEO & Affirmative ActionThe IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.  View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. <a href="http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">"EEO is the Law" poster</a> | <a href="http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">"EEO is the Law" poster supplement</a> View IES' policy on Pay Transparency <a href="https://ies-co.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=17624&hashed=1802678857" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">Pay Transparency NonDiscrimination Poster</a> Disability AccommodationIES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance. IES Participates in E-Verify E-Verify Information <a href="https://ies-co.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=18&hashed=1277855294" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">English/Spanish</a> Right to Work<a href="https://ies-co.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=17&hashed=-557987553" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">English</a><a href="https://ies-co.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=16&hashed=1901136896" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">Spanish</a>

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