Paralegal Analyst

Principal Financial Group • Des Moines, IA

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Paralegal Analyst to join our in-house legal department with a focus on corporate governance, corporate secretarial, and regulatory matters. This role plays a great part in supporting governance and regulatory processes throughout the company. The ideal candidate is detailed, proactive, and comfortable working in multiple legal fields. If you're looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you! Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of related legal and/or corporate/regulatory experience.
• Significant and demonstrated expertise in corporate secretarial matters, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles, board processes, and entity management.
• Strong attention to detail along with the capability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, directors, other internal partners, and third-parties.
• Demonstrated experience in legal research.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Copilot, Excel, and document management systems as well as legal tools, resources, and databases such as Westlaw CoCounsel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supporting various corporate legal activities (e.g., business transactions, securities, tax, privacy, data security, and/or human resources) are preferred.
• Familiarity with state insurance regulatory filings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the corporate secretarial team for Principal subsidiaries by managing corporate records and minute books.
• Monitor director and officer appointments, document entity formations and dissolutions, prepare routine filings, and address inquiries related to Principal subsidiaries.
• Participate in subsidiary board of director and committee meetings, and prepare, coordinate, and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and consent actions.
• Act as a liaison between legal, internal business partners, and external service providers regarding board and committee meetings, governance activities, and filings.
• Prepare and revise corporate resolutions, written consents, secretary’s certificates, incumbency certificates, related governance documents, and intercompany agreements.
• Complete, file, and submit regulatory forms and filings required for Principal subsidiaries.
• Manage complex projects with a high degree of independence and initiative.
• Conduct complex legal research.
• Draft legal and/or regulatory memoranda.
• Assist with process improvements, including improving templates, workflows, and governance policies and procedures.
• Provide paralegal support to lawyers across the corporate legal team on matters relating to corporate transactions, securities-related matters, privacy and data security, tax, and human resources.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non-exempt) employees and provides a set amount of accrued time earned each pay period. Employees can use their PTO for vacation, personal or short-term illness.
• Pension Eligible.
• Inclusive and competitive benefits protect physical, financial, and social well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees