Paralegal

Paralegal

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented Paralegal to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy. This role would be located onsite at our Paulsboro, NJ refinery with travel to the Delaware City, DE refinery serving the Delaware Valley Refining Complex.

The Paralegal position will support Managing Counsel in the Company’s Delaware Valley Refining Complex, and discovery, production, litigation and regulatory matters across our network of facilities.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Paralegal will assist Managing Counsel and other PBF attorneys as follows:

• Independently performs legal research and legal writing.
• Provides litigation assistance to attorneys and outside counsel, including drafting of legal briefs, motions, correspondence; prepares and organizes exhibits, documents, memoranda, reports, and correspondence relating to cases.
• Manages discovery and evidence in electronic and hard copy formats.
• Maintains technical proficiency with eDiscovery software, data management, and legal workflows.
• Manages electronically stored information (ESI) during prelitigation, litigation, and investigative stages.
• Assist in collecting, processing, reviewing, and producing large volumes of ESI.
• Administer matter management and legal hold processes, including drafting and distributing notices.
• Assist with data analytics and AI tools that assist in eDiscovery.
• Assist with the preparation and/or review of documents, creating initial drafts of form agreements and other documents for review by Managing Counsel; proofreading documents prepared by Managing Counsel.
• Review of invoices for compliance with billing guidelines.
• Assist with records retention and document productions.
• Performs other duties for Managing Counsel, such as scheduling meetings, distributing information and composing and typing routine correspondence.
• Maintains Managing Counsel’s files of correspondence and legal documents.
• Track court deadlines, filings, and other important dates.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Managing Counsel, Deputy General Counsel or General Counsel.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ yrs. experience working at a law firm or in-house, litigation preferred.
• Must maintain the highest degree of ethics and preserve absolute confidentiality.
• Must be a team player with a possitive attitude and desire to learn and expand skill set.
• Excellent organization and prioritization skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated and willing to work unscheduled hours, as needed.
• Basic knowledge to solve technical issues and escalate complex ones.
• Demonstrate initiative (must be self-starter).
• Computer Skills Required:  Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Legal Tracker (preferred but not required), Exterro Legal Hold (preferred), Ariba (or similar contract management software preferred).
• Experience with eDiscovery software (e.g., Relativity or similar software preferred).
• Some travel may be required

• ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

• FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS​

The salary range for this position is $72,815.60-$116,172.65. The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law.  Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation.  Salaries at the time of hire are typically in the lower to middle portion of the above range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect future performance-based increases. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no  phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.

PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law. 

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