Senior Paralegal

Crescent Energy•Houston, TX

21h

About The Position

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low-decline production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer (by gross operated production) in the Eagle Ford basin. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet. The Senior Paralegal provides advanced legal and administrative support to the Legal Department in a fast-paced upstream oil and gas environment. This role partners closely with attorneys and cross-functional teams (Land, Finance, Accounting, HR, Operations) to support corporate governance, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, litigation management, and other legal matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, exercises sound judgment, and can operate independently with limited supervision.

Requirements

Strong understanding of legal terminology, principles, and procedures.
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, government regulations, and agency rules, particularly as they relate to corporate and energy industries.
Ability to research and analyze statutes, regulations, and legal precedents.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with legal document management systems.
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply logic and reasoning to complex legal matters.
Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Paralegal certificate preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the oil and gas or energy industry.
Experience with legal and transactional support, contract and document management, and litigation
Experience working with outside counsel and managing legal billing processes.

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, assist attorneys by researching legal issues, investigating facts, and preparing legal documents for review.
Draft, review, and manage a variety of legal documents, including confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements, amendments, board consents, resolutions, and corporate filings.
Support asset acquisitions and divestitures, including due diligence coordination, document organization, and closing checklist management.
Assist with preparation and filing of corporate documents, including entity formations, qualifications, annual reports, and Secretary of State filings.
Maintain corporate minute books, entity records, and governance documentation.
Assist with litigation management, including organizing case files, responding to discovery requests, and coordinating with outside counsel.
Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles to support internal legal strategies.
Investigate facts and summarize findings to assist in evaluating potential claims or defenses.
Manage document preservation and collection processes in coordination with IT and business teams.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping and version control of legal documents.
Support improvements to legal processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, organize documentation, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Provide guidance to internal teams on document execution processes and record retention requirements.
Serve as a resource to junior staff and may mentor less experienced team members.