The purpose of this position is to provide support to the Legal Department on certain contracts, governmental filings, legal research, data base setup and maintenance and related matters, and to coordinate or manage individual projects.

This position follows a hybrid work schedule. Employees are required to be in the office three (3) days per week.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES BY COMPETENCY

Functional Expertise:

• Prepares, under attorney supervision, non-disclosure agreements, municipal franchise ordinances and other agreements.

• Process incoming subpoenas, collect responsive information and prepare submissions.

• Coordinate and conduct internal investigations and discovery responses.

• Administers process of assigning incoming miscellaneous contracts for legal review (eg. Supply chain contracts).

• Manages invoice processing and payment for outside legal services using Company approved software applications and applying departmental guidelines.

• Assists attorneys with annual budget submissions.

• Performs legal research, summarizes research and/or findings.

Business Acumen:

• Understands procedures for preparation and submission of certain court and regulatory filings and coordinates associated information gathering with other internal departments.

• Understands Thompson Reuters Legal Tracker billing system and department billing guidelines.

• Understands how to perform legal research.

Engagement:

• Communicates with outside legal counsel regarding certain litigations matters with respect to document gathering and scheduling.

• Communicates with local courts regarding certain filings.

• Engages management in various internal departments in processing contracts.

Driving Results:

• Responsible for processing maintaining Thompson Reuters Legal Tracker billing system.

• Responsible for submission of certain court filings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

Required:

• Associates Degree or BA/BS degree in Legal, Business, Economics, or similar fields, or equivalent work experience.

• Paralegal Certification

Preferred:

• Degree in Paralegal Studies

Related Work Experience

Required:

• 3 years of experience in Law Firm or Corporate Legal Department.

Preferred:

• 2 – 4 years of Litigation experience

• Experience in a Heavily Regulated Industry

Specific Skills & Knowledge

Required:

• Research Skills

• Project Management

• Computer Skills – Intermediate proficiency

• Interpersonal Skills

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Keyboarding = Constant 67-100%

• On-Call = None

• Out of town travel = None

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of over four million U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to a supply of clean, safe, reliable and affordable natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 3614

Job Category: Legal & Compliance

Job Schedule: Full time

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