Paralegal

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

As Paralegal, you will apply your skills to assist Xcimer employees and the legal department across many legal domains. We are looking for all our employees to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!

• Become a trusted partner by supporting and collaborating with various internal groups and departments to accomplish Xcimer’s near and long-term milestones and objectives.
• Coordinate the flow of information among members of the legal department and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide support across continuously varying company projects and legal matters, ensuring deliverables are on time and consistently of high quality.
• Assist with review, drafting, and negotiation of various agreements and corporate documents.
• Set up and manage file and document repositories, including calendars, data rooms, task lists, and compliance logs, ensuring information is organized, accessible, and current.
• Manage standard document templates and workflows, including document collection, organization, execution, and version control.
• Escalate issues and identify opportunities for and drive process improvements.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to deadlines.
• Adapt to evolving internal schedules and changes.

• Associate degree in paralegal studies or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience working in a law firm and/or a corporate legal department.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and affinity for collaborative assignments.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment while managing concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) and effectively across all company levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, SharePoint and Power Point, as well as Zoom, Slack, and Box applications. 
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum

• Certification from an ABA approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution.
• Experience supporting a legal department and corporate teams operating across different locations and time zones.
• Experience negotiating and managing various confidentiality/nondisclosure agreements.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys with different specializations and responsibilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Benefits

Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic and supplemental life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption; and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company’s long-term success.

Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach. Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team. In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown. Benefits are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.