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The Paralegal Manager partners closely with Legal leadership and cross-functional stakeholders including Compliance, HR, Risk Management, Finance, and Operations to support the agency’s business objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance and mitigating risk. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day legal operations, supervising paralegal staff, and ensuring consistent, compliant, and efficient execution of legal processes related to contracts, regulatory compliance, licensing, claims support, and corporate governance.

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DescriptionJob Description:<h2>Position Summary</h2>The Paralegal Manager leads and oversees paralegal functions within the Legal Department of a retail insurance agency. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day legal operations, supervising paralegal staff, and ensuring consistent, compliant, and efficient execution of legal processes related to contracts, regulatory compliance, licensing, claims support, and corporate governance.The Paralegal Manager partners closely with Legal leadership and cross-functional stakeholders including Compliance, HR, Risk Management, Finance, and Operations to support the agency’s business objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance and mitigating risk. This position requires strong leadership capabilities, advanced organizational skills, and sound judgment when handling sensitive legal and business matters.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Leadership & Team Management</h3><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and supervise paralegal staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.</li><li>Assign and prioritize workloads to ensure timely and accurate completion of legal deliverables.</li><li>Establish and maintain standard operating procedures, workflows, and best practices for paralegal functions.</li><li>Support staffing needs, onboarding, and ongoing professional development of the paralegal team.</li></ul><h3>Legal Support & Documentation Oversight</h3><ul><li>Oversee drafting, review, and revision of routine legal documents including NDAs, vendor agreements, broker agreements, client service agreements, and corporate resolutions.</li><li>Ensure consistency and quality control across legal documents and templates.</li><li>Manage and maintain corporate governance records, entity registrations, annual reports, and related filings.</li><li>Review escalated legal matters requiring advanced analysis or judgment before submission to Legal leadership.</li></ul><h3>Regulatory & Compliance Management</h3><ul><li>Oversee legal research related to insurance regulations, state licensing laws, and agency or producer compliance requirements.</li><li>Monitor and communicate significant regulatory changes to Legal and Compliance leadership.</li><li>Provide oversight of agency licensing, renewals, and appointment filings across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Partner with Compliance on audits, regulatory exams, and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Claims, Disputes & Risk Support</h3><ul><li>Oversee collection and review of documentation related to E&O claims, subpoenas, litigation holds, and carrier inquiries.</li><li>Ensure accurate tracking of deadlines, legal correspondence, and regulatory notices.</li><li>Serve as a point of escalation for complex claims or dispute-related matters.</li></ul><h3>Contract Lifecycle Management</h3><ul><li>Manage the contract intake and review process, ensuring adherence to legal review standards and approval workflows.</li><li>Oversee contract tracking, execution, and archival using contract management systems and electronic signature tools.</li><li>Ensure records are complete, audit-ready, and aligned with compliance requirements.</li></ul><h3>Administrative & Strategic Support</h3><ul><li>Prepare executive-level reports, summaries, and metrics related to Legal operations.</li><li>Support Legal leadership with planning, budgeting input, and departmental initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to the development of training materials related to compliance, legal best practices, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Participate in cross-functional projects impacting legal, compliance, or operational outcomes.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><h3>Required</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.</li><li>Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.</li><li>5–8 years of progressive paralegal experience, preferably within insurance, financial services, corporate law, or another highly regulated industry.</li><li>Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising staff.</li><li>Strong knowledge of legal terminology, contract management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.</li><li>Advanced organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and experience with contract management or document management systems.</li></ul><h3>Preferred</h3><ul><li>Experience within a retail insurance agency or insurance carrier environment.</li><li>Knowledge of state insurance licensing and producer or agency appointment processes.</li><li>Experience supporting legal functions related to risk management, claims, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Exposure to multi-state or multi-entity organizational structures.</li></ul><h2>Competencies</h2><ul><li>Leadership & Coaching: Builds strong teams and develops talent.</li><li>Professional Communication: Communicates clearly with legal, executive, and operational stakeholders.</li><li>Confidentiality & Integrity: Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Anticipates issues and provides practical, compliant solutions.</li><li>Time & Project Management: Effectively manages workload, priorities, and deadlines.</li><li>Analytical Thinking: Strong legal research and attention to detail.</li><li>Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and with external partners.</li></ul>Salary RangeThe expected pay range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience, relevant skills, and geographic location.Insurance Office of America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Insurance Office of America

Paralegal Manager

Administrative Skills

Analysis Skills

Best Practices

Brokerage

Budget Management

Coaching

Communication Skills

Contract Management

Contract Processing

Contract Review

Corporate Governance

Corporate Law

Cross-Functional

Customer Support/Service

Detail Oriented

Diversity

Document Management

Documentation Review

Employee Orientation

Establish Priorities

Financial Operations

Financial Services

Insurance

Insurance Regulations

Leadership

Legal

Legal Documents

Legal Research

Legal Standards

Licensing

Licensing Compliance

Litigation

Maintain Compliance

Mentoring

Metrics

Microsoft Product Family

New Drug Application

Onboarding

Operational Support

Organizational Skills

Paralegal

People Management

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Project/Program Management

Record Keeping

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Retail

Risk

Risk Management

Staff Development

Staff Requirements

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

State Laws and Regulations

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What You'll Do:
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!<ul><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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.</li><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in subsidiary board of director and committee meetings, and prepare, coordinate, and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and consent actions.</li><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Act as a liaison between legal, internal business partners, and external service providers regarding board and committee meetings, governance activities, and filings.</li><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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.</li><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Manage complex projects with a high degree of independence and initiative. This may include conducting complex legal research, drafting legal and/or regulatory memoranda, and assisting with process improvements, including improving templates, workflows, and governance policies and procedures.</li><li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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.</li></ul> 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.

Who You Are:
<ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of related legal and/or corporate/regulatory experience.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Significant and demonstrated expertise in corporate secretarial matters, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles, board processes, and entity management.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience in supporting various corporate legal activities (e.g., business transactions, securities, tax, privacy, data security, and/or human resources) are preferred.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong attention to detail along with the capability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, directors, other internal partners, and third-parties.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated experience in legal research.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficient with Microsoft Office, Copilot, Excel, and document management systems as well as legal tools, resources, and databases such as Westlaw CoCounsel.</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with state insurance regulatory filings is preferred.</li></ul>

Salary Range Information:
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Salary Range:
$28.32 - $38.37 / hour

Time Off 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:
Yes

Additional Information:
Location This position is located in Des Moines, IA. Work Environment This role offers the ability for in-office, & hybrid (blending both office and remote work in a typical workweek) work arrangements. This is a hybrid position with the requirement of 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home. Management reserves the right to adjust the days required in office. <h2>Work Authorization/Sponsorship</h2>At this time, we are not considering applicants who require any form of immigration sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. This includes F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, and similar visas. For more information on work authorization requirements, please use the following links:<h2>Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants</h2>Investment Ethics CodeIn Principal Asset Management positions, you are required to observe an Investment Code of Ethics regarding conduct and personal trading for yourself and those living with you. Other positions within the organization may have similar obligations.<h2>Experience Principal</h2>At Principal, we believe in forming connections both personally and professionally. Together, we’re crafting a future for financial services that is guided by purpose – and that begins with you. Our success depends on the outstanding experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. We provide support to our employees in the same way as our customers. Our inclusive and competitive benefits protect physical, financial, and social well-being. Check our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values, and benefits.<h2>Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer</h2>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Posting Window:
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.

Date First Posted (TTF):
4/23/2026

Latest Post Date: Careers - US:
4/23/2026

Principal Financial Group

Paralegal Analyst

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Overview:
The Assistant General Counsel will play a key role in shaping and advancing UnityPoint Health’s litigation strategy and employment law function.  This position serves as a trusted advisor on complex litigation and workplace matters, partnering with leaders across the organization to mitigate organizational risk and maximize strategic value, all in support of UnityPoint Health’s nonprofit mission and strategic priorities. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of legal experience and significant court litigation experience to be successful.  Experience to perform this role includes written discovery responses, depositions, motion practice, and trial practice, with experience as lead counsel preferred. Experience with advising large companies on employment matters is also desired. Assistant General Counsels at UnityPoint Health are part of a sophisticated in-house legal team designed to allow attorneys to find purpose in their work, without making work their sole purpose.  The Law Department functions as a high performing and collaborative team that provides an exceptional experience to UnityPoint Health leaders. This position reports to the Vice President of Risk, Patient Safety, and Litigation under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer. Hours: Monday-Friday, day shift Location: Applicants must reside in the Des Moines, Iowa area. On-site and hybrid schedules are available at our West Des Moines corporate headquarters.

Why UnityPoint Health?:
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      <ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Verdana, Verdana_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   </li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Verdana, Verdana_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  </li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Verdana, Verdana_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   </li></ul>With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:
Legal Advice & Counsel <ul><li>Serves as a trusted legal advisor to the business on a wide range of state and federal laws, regulations, and standards relevant to UnityPoint Health</li><li>Provides and oversees legal services to the business served by the Practice Group, including but not limited to:<ul><li>Identifying, assessing, and managing legal risks that could impact UPH, anticipating the effect on operations; </li><li>Negotiaion, drafting, and management of contracts and other legal documents, ensuring they protect the company’s interests; </li><li>Managing legal disputes</li><li>Identifies and mitigates the areas of highest legal risk impacting the assigned Practice Group.</li></ul></li><li>Recommends resolutions for legal and regulatory issues, leveraging knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, UPH goals, policies, and operations</li><li>Independently advises on, negotiates, drafts, and reviews various legal documents for the business</li><li>Identifies and implements best practices to mitigate risk</li><li>Conducts legal research, identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations, and ensures legal compliance for appropriate stakeholders</li><li>Assists with internal investigations, policy development, and legal risk assessments</li><li>Provides educational services and promotes awareness of legal concerns among the Law Department, UPH leadership, and team members</li><li>Influences, directs, and builds relationships with the legal team, business leaders, key stakeholders, and external partners through effective communication</li></ul>Mentoring & Development <ul><li>Support the development, education, and training of other attorneys, paralegals, and other team members</li><li>Serve as a mentor for attorneys and paralegals to help build a high-functioning Law Department</li><li>Provide feedback and input to support professional development and organizational success</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Education: <ul><li>Juris Doctor degree from a fully accredited American Bar Association law school</li></ul> Experience: <ul><li>A minimum of 7 years practicing law</li><li>Significant litigation experience</li><li>Experience in medical-malpractice and/or employment law is highly preferred </li></ul> Licenses/Certifications: <ul><li>State Bar and MPRE</li></ul> Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: <ul><li>Methods and techniques of case management, prioritization, and control</li><li>Plan, organize, integrate and manage legal activities</li><li>Proficient with technology, including Microsoft products</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of team members, leaders, and board members</li><li>Excellent written and communication skills</li><li>Ability to advise on risk and provide advice to senior business leaders</li><li>Problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions daily relative to appropriate and applicable projects and matters, including negotiating contracts and mediating disputes</li><li>Ability to coordinate work processes and projects with attorneys and market leadership to ensure projects are completed timely</li><li>Ability to operate in ambuiguity and make sound legal recommendations</li></ul>

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