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Austin, TX / Dallas, TX / Morristown, NJ / San Jose, CA Title:
Senior Corporate Paralegal Location:
Austin, TX / Dallas, TX / Morristown, NJ / San Jose, CA Reporting to:
Chief of Staff, Legal About Hippo
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. What You’ll Do
Corporate Governance & Board Support 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 Entity Management & Regulatory Compliance 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 Operational Leadership & Legal Department Enablement 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 Must Haves
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 Benefits and Perks
Healthy Hippos Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options, 100% covered dental and vision for you and your family, wellness program, 401(k), disability, employer-paid life insurance, FSA, and 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
- 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers Hippo Habitat
- Snacks and drinks available for onsite employees Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
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Austin, TX / Dallas, TX / Morristown, NJ / San Jose, CA Title:
Senior Corporate Paralegal Location:
Austin, TX / Dallas, TX / Morristown, NJ / San Jose, CA Reporting to:
Chief of Staff, Legal About Hippo
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. What You’ll Do
Corporate Governance & Board Support 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 Entity Management & Regulatory Compliance 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 Operational Leadership & Legal Department Enablement 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 Must Haves
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 Benefits and Perks
Healthy Hippos Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options, 100% covered dental and vision for you and your family, wellness program, 401(k), disability, employer-paid life insurance, FSA, and 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
- 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers Hippo Habitat
- Snacks and drinks available for onsite employees Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
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