Paralegal Analyst
Principal Financial Group, Des Moines, IA, United States
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.
Assist the corporate secretarial team for Principal subsidiaries by managing corporate records and minute books, monitoring director and officer appointments, documenting entity formations and dissolutions, preparing routine filings, and addressing inquiries related to Principal subsidiaries.
Participate in subsidiary board of director and committee meetings, and prepare, coordinate, and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and consent actions.
Act as a liaison between legal, internal business partners, and external service providers regarding board and committee meetings, governance activities, and filings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of related legal and/or corporate/regulatory experience.
Significant and demonstrated expertise in corporate secretarial matters, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles, board processes, and entity management.
Experience in supporting various corporate legal activities (e.g., business transactions, securities, tax, privacy, data security, and/or human resources) is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and the capability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, directors, other internal partners, and third parties.
Demonstrated experience in legal research.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Copilot, Excel, and document management systems as well as legal tools, resources, and databases such as Westlaw CoCounsel.
Familiarity with state insurance regulatory filings is preferred.
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 (Non‑Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$28.32 - $38.37 per hour
Time Off Program
Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non‑exempt) employees and is accrued each pay period. Employees can use PTO for vacation, personal, or short‑term illness.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Location
This position is located in Des Moines, IA.
Work Environment
This role offers the ability for in‑office, hybrid work arrangements. A hybrid position requires 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Management reserves the right to adjust the days required in the office.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
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.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Original Posting Date
4/23/2026
Most Recently Posted Date
4/23/2026
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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.
Assist the corporate secretarial team for Principal subsidiaries by managing corporate records and minute books, monitoring director and officer appointments, documenting entity formations and dissolutions, preparing routine filings, and addressing inquiries related to Principal subsidiaries.
Participate in subsidiary board of director and committee meetings, and prepare, coordinate, and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and consent actions.
Act as a liaison between legal, internal business partners, and external service providers regarding board and committee meetings, governance activities, and filings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of related legal and/or corporate/regulatory experience.
Significant and demonstrated expertise in corporate secretarial matters, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles, board processes, and entity management.
Experience in supporting various corporate legal activities (e.g., business transactions, securities, tax, privacy, data security, and/or human resources) is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and the capability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, directors, other internal partners, and third parties.
Demonstrated experience in legal research.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Copilot, Excel, and document management systems as well as legal tools, resources, and databases such as Westlaw CoCounsel.
Familiarity with state insurance regulatory filings is preferred.
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 (Non‑Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$28.32 - $38.37 per hour
Time Off Program
Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non‑exempt) employees and is accrued each pay period. Employees can use PTO for vacation, personal, or short‑term illness.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Location
This position is located in Des Moines, IA.
Work Environment
This role offers the ability for in‑office, hybrid work arrangements. A hybrid position requires 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Management reserves the right to adjust the days required in the office.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
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.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Original Posting Date
4/23/2026
Most Recently Posted Date
4/23/2026
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