Paralegal/Coordinator

At Vestas we are powered by the mission of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. Would you like to join us?

This is a great opportunity to join the growing wind industry. Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Paralegal/Coordinator

The Paralegal/Coordinator supports the in-house legal team by managing litigation documents, serving as initial contact for dispute notifications, preparing and organizing trial exhibits and witness lists, coordinating visiting attorneys and witnesses, maintaining discovery storage, providing paralegal support to Disputes, Employment, and Construction practice areas, managing templates, handling laptop collection and asset management, serving as a notary, and organizing litigation documents.

Responsibilities: 

• Manage matter trackers and serve as initial contact for dispute notifications outside of standard operating procedures.
• Prepare and organize documents for litigation being managed internally, including trial exhibits and witness lists.
• Coordinate and greet attorneys and witnesses visiting headquarters for interviews, deposition prep, or trial prep.
• Maintain external hard drive storage for discovery materials when needed.
• Organize and manage litigation documents, records, and case files; manage data preservation.
• Update and maintain legal templates for department use.
• Manage laptop collection and asset management at headquarters.
• Serve as notary after obtaining certification.
• Support in-house litigation team and legal staff through document management and administrative assistance.
• Exercise high levels of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Work in-office at least three days per week.
• Manage incoming documents and mail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years professional experience.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft applications.
• Solid organizational skills and thorough attention to detail.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work in-office at least three days per week.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain notary certification after hiring.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with litigation and case management.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize competing demands.

Competencies: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other legal and litigation software programs.
• Effectively and accurately manage database systems and document organization.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work both self-directed and as part of a team.
• Ability to represent the company professionally when interacting with external counsel and visitors.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

What We Offer: 

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's largest wind turbine producer. We value initiative, collaboration, accountability, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a focus on sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues who support each other.

• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.