Paralegal, Capital Markets

Upstart

7h•$100,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

Upstart's legal team is a key component of the company, helping Upstart innovate in the fintech space across multiple products and supporting its mission of expanding access to credit based on true risk. We are a team of savvy, hardworking and genuinely nice individuals collaborating closely with the business in achieving its objectives. As a Paralegal at Upstart, you will support our capital markets legal and business teams in day-to-day matters as they arise (including on asset-backed securitizations, warehouse financings, and investment funds). This role requires someone who is adaptable and can think outside of the box, with strong organizational skills, ability to work cross-functionally with different specialties, and quickly understand regulatory regimes.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a paralegal, with at least 2 years focused on banking, capital markets or structured finance
Strong working knowledge of entity formation and maintenance
Proficiency with Word, Adobe, DocuSign, and iManage or another document management system
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously under tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience working at a law firm in the Capital Markets or Structured Finance groups or in the legal department of a fintech or bank
Ability to prioritize effectively and anticipate next steps in transaction management
Self-starter who thrives under time constraints in a fast-paced environment
Adaptability; willingness to be flexible and excited to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Work closely with our legal and capital markets teams
Organize the closing and administration of complex financing transactions including warehouses, and ABS deals
Coordinate with external and internal teams to facilitate transaction execution
Draft basic legal documents including amendments and entity formation documents
Support ongoing transaction compliance including covenant tracking and UCC financing statement filing and renewals

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
Retirement benefits to help you plan for the future, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees (US only)
Comprehensive health coverage designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US and supplemental health coverage for Canada.
Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans (US only)
Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage for added financial security
Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local requirements
Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country)
Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service (US Only)
Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
Connection and community through team events, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our offices in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!)