Senior Paralegal

Upstart•San Mateo, CA

4d•Remote

About The Position

At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence. As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1,800 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress. We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City (opening Summer 2026), you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you. If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. The Team: Upstart’s legal team is a key component of the company, helping Upstart innovate in the AI and 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 the Senior Paralegal, Corporate at Upstart, you will serve as a key operator supporting Upstart’s public company reporting and corporate governance processes. You will partner closely with others on the Corporate Legal team and cross-functional stakeholders to manage board and committee workflows, subsidiary governance, SEC reporting logistics, Section 16 reporting, and other miscellaneous corporate matters. This role is critical to ensuring strong execution, precise documentation practices, and scalable infrastructure across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification
7+ years in a corporate paralegal role at a public company or major law firm
Experience of supporting SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings
Proven support of Board of Directors and committee governance processes
Demonstrated responsibility for corporate records, minute books, and subsidiary management

Nice To Haves

Background in a high-growth technology company
Proficiency with Workiva (Wdesk), Boardvantage, EDGAR, and Google Workspace
Administration of insider trading compliance programs and Rule 10b5-1 plans
Participation in debt or equity offerings and M&A transactions
Familiarity with SOX-related disclosure controls and public company compliance frameworks
Track record of improving governance workflows or implementing legal technology solutions
A self-starter mentality with the ability to thrive working under limited direction and an attitude that no job is too challenging or too small.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and coordination of corporate and SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 reports
Support corporate governance activities and maintenance of board and committee processes, including drafting minutes, resolutions, and agendas, maintaining records, and coordinating D&O questionnaires
Oversee subsidiary management, including entity records, officer and director tracking, organizational charts, annual filings, and related governance documentation
Support legal aspects of acquisitions, financings, and capital market transactions, including data room management and due diligence requests, assisting with closing documents, and organizing signature collection.
Work with other members of the Legal team as well as other company functional departments on special projects and initiatives
Manage U.S. state and local filings, business licenses, and various business entity documents with governmental agencies.
Design, develop, and implement or improve systems and processes to increase efficiency, support scalability, and ensure quality

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
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
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 and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).