Strategic Executive Assistant & Paralegal

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits eligibility from day one

Transit subsidies

Flexible schedule

On-site wellness center (Houston HQ)

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy in Houston seeks an Executive Assistant & Paralegal to provide high-level executive support while delivering legal and compliance administration. The role requires discretion, organization, and contract management expertise in a fast-paced environment.

You will partner with senior leadership, support board activities, maintain governance records, and manage confidential information. A Paralegal background and experience in regulated industries are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field.
• 5+ years of executive administrative support experience.
• 3+ years of paralegal or legal administrative experience.
• Experience supporting senior executives, attorneys, governance functions.
• Experience in regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives and legal leadership.
• Manage complex calendars, travel, and expenses.
• Coordinate meetings and board-related activities.
• Prepare correspondence, presentations, and reports.
• Draft and proofread executive communications.
• Maintain confidential information with discretion.
• Support contracts and legal document management.
• Maintain legal databases and document repositories.
• Monitor legal deadlines and filings.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel planning

Communication

Discretion

Liaison

Project support

Budget tracking

Education

Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree in Business/Legal Studies

ABA‑approved Paralegal Certificate

Job description

CenterPoint Energy in Houston seeks an Executive Assistant & Paralegal to provide high-level executive support while delivering legal and compliance administration. The role requires discretion, organization, and contract management expertise in a fast-paced environment.

You will partner with senior leadership, support board activities, maintain governance records, and manage confidential information. A Paralegal background and experience in regulated industries are highly valued.