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Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Corporate Paralegal to join our legal team. This role will focus on corporate governance, compliance, contract management, and regulatory work, supporting the company’s legal and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in-house within a corporate legal department, preferably in the insurance industry, and will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.
This position will report to the VP, Deputy General Counsel.
Essential Elements
- Corporate Governance
- Manage corporate governance processes, including board and committee meetings, preparation of agendas, minutes, and resolutions for holding company and multiple operating subsidiaries and one SEC regulated entity.
- Maintain accurate corporate records and entity management systems.
- Serve as a liaison for directors and officers regarding governance matters.
- Compliance & Regulatory
- Ensure compliance with state laws and regulations to keep operating entities in good standing in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
- Prepare and file reports and disclosures for state Secretary of State offices, Departments of Insurance and other state and federal agencies.
- Maintain and update registered agents in all relevant jurisdictions.
- Contract Management
- Assist in drafting and managing a variety of corporate and commercial agreements.
- Insurance Industry Focus
- Support legal functions related to insurance regulatory frameworks.
- Assist with filings and compliance obligations specific to insurance operations.
- Artificial Intelligence and Legal Operations
- Serve as a change agent to incorporate Artificial Intelligence into the Legal Department
- Provide guidance on best practices for efficient legal operations.
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certification strongly preferred.
- Governance-related credentials (e.g., CGC – Certified Governance Professional) a plus.
Experience
- Minimum 8+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal in-house or in a corporate law setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory filings.
- Experience in the insurance industry strongly preferred.
Skills
- Proficiency in entity management systems and contract lifecycle tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Artificial Intelligence literacy and ability to act as a change agent to incorporate AI into Department.
Travel Required
- Local travel to main office; hybrid schedule 2 days in office per week.
- $89,000 - $110,000/year
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