Paralegal

American Electric Power; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

American Electric Power in the United States is seeking a paralegal to perform a variety of legal tasks under attorneys' direction. The role involves legal research, drafting documents, and other duties aligned with NFPA definitions.

A paralegal designation is either held or pursued. The position requires a paralegal certificate with 2 years of related experience, or an associate degree with 5 years of experience; strong written and verbal communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with Paralegal certificate with 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal certificate with 5 years experience.
• Preferred: 5 years of experience with a paralegal certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research.
• Drafts legal documents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Paralegal cert + 2 years exp

Associate degree + 5 years exp

Paralegal cert + 5 years exp

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-09-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of substantive legal work under the direction of the organization's attorneys. Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and performs other related duties which include \"recognition, evaluation, and communication of relevant facts and legal concepts\" as defined by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. Has or is working towards a paralegal designation.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Conducts legal research.


• Drafts legal documents.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with Paralegal certificate with 2 years of relevant work experience, OR


• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal certificate with 5 years experience.


• Preferred: 5 years of experience with a paralegal certification.

What You’ll Get:

• Salary Range between $75,000 - $93,188.50


• Annual Bonus


• 401(k) Match


• AEP Pension


• Comprehensive Benefits Package

*In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $93,188.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.