Senior Corporate Paralegal

Hippo Insurance • San Jose, CA

7d • $105,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Hippo exists to protect the joy of homeownership. We believe that insurance should protect the things you treasure through an intuitive, modern experience. We provide tailored insurance coverage and preventative maintenance plans that keep you protected throughout your homeowner journey. We’ll also help you find coverage for everything life brings—from auto to flood—reimagining how you care for your home.
About You:
You are a highly experienced Senior Corporate Paralegal with deep expertise supporting the corporate governance and entity management needs of a complex, multi-entity insurance organization, including regulated insurance subsidiaries. Serves as a subject matter expert in corporate secretarial practices, board governance, and legal entity compliance, exercising a high degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and accountability. Partners effectively with attorneys, executives, and cross-functional stakeholders to proactively identify risk, enhance processes, and ensure corporate governance practices scale appropriately with the needs of the business.

Requirements

• 6–8+ years of corporate paralegal experience, with significant focus on corporate governance and entity management
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
• Experience supporting regulated insurance entities strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage complex responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of corporate secretarial practices and entity compliance
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally and communicate effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with entity management software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Owning the governance calendar and ensuring timely execution of all Board, Committee, and Shareholder meetings
• Preparing and coordinating agendas, board decks, resolutions, minutes, and written consents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism
• Advising internal stakeholders on corporate governance requirements, documentation standards, and compliance practices
• Maintaining official corporate records, including minute books, charters, bylaws, and governance policies
• Managing officer/director appointments, elections, and corporate actions in compliance with applicable regulations
• Managing domestic and foreign qualifications, annual filings, and Secretary of State requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Serving as the primary point of contact for third-party entity management vendors and ensuring service quality and accuracy
• Overseeing DBA filings, non-insurance licensing, and corporate registration requirements
• Maintaining and auditing the corporate structure, including organizational charts and entity records
• Leading intake and oversight for service of process, subpoenas, and other legal notices
• Managing workflows across shared Legal inboxes and correspondence channels
• Supporting quarter-close and legal operational processes
• Assisting with legal budget and vendor management activities
• Identifying opportunities to improve governance processes, documentation systems, and compliance tracking
• Serving as a trusted partner to corporate attorneys and business leaders
• Mentoring junior legal staff and contributing to team knowledge-sharing
• Driving continuous improvement and best practices

Benefits

• Healthy Hippos Benefits - Multiple medical plan options, 100% covered dental and vision for you and your family, and a wellness program that rewards healthy habits. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Equity - This position is eligible for equity compensation
• Training and Career Growth - Training and internal career growth opportunities
• Flexible Time Off - You know when and how you should recharge
• Little Hippos Program - We offer 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Hippo Habitat - Snacks and drinks available for onsite employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level