Subsidiary Corporate Governance Paralegal

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You'll Work With:

The Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is a diverse team comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory, and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge policies and procedures. As a member of this team, which has received industry recognition for its leadership and innovative solutions, you will have the opportunity to participate in the award-winning Corebridge pro bono program.​

About The Role:

As a member of the Corebridge Financial Corporate Governance team, the Paralegal in this position will support the corporate governance and entity maintenance for approximately 40 U.S. and Bermuda-based subsidiaries of Corebridge Financial, including its operating life insurance companies, trust company, broker-dealers, and other regulated and non-regulated legal entities as part of a collaborative, energetic, and business-oriented legal team.

The Corporate Governance team is part of the Corebridge Financial Legal Department.  The team develops, executes, and provides strategic advice on all aspects of corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, governing documents, and best practices, and in support of shareholders, boards, and other stakeholders.  We work collaboratively with each other and with our colleagues to solve problems and achieve company objectives in an effective, efficient, and pragmatic manner.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in formation, merger, dissolution, name changes, reorganizations, structure conversions of legal entities and filing of foreign qualifications and withdrawals for legal entities.

• Assist with shareholder, board and board-committee meetings, actions, and related matters, including the taking and drafting of minutes of proceedings.

• Draft form resolutions (e.g., appointments of officers, delegations of authority, banking resolutions, payments of dividends and other distributions), incumbency and secretary’s certificates, etc., and circulate the same for execution.

• Support required annual reports filings with secretary of state’s offices and franchise tax reports to revenue agencies, as applicable, in various jurisdictions.

• Timely input and update Corebridge Financial supported database (Diligent Entities) with current information regarding legal entity ownership, structure, director and officer slates, delegations of authority, and other corporate information.

• Manage minute books, corporate seals, legal files, and other corporate information, including officer appointment and delegations of authority.

• Assist with arranging board and committee meetings, technology, and other meeting logistics, gathering reports and assembling board and committee meeting packages.

• Facilitate Director on-boarding, offboarding and training.

• Distribute and monitor written consents and/or documents circulated for signature and maintain log as to status of each written consent and/or document.

• Fulfill requests and certifications for corporate information, including copies of minutes, consents, legal entity organizational charts, and other corporate documents.

• In collaboration with the legal Regulatory team, assist with regulatory filings and financial and market conduct exams including responses to regulatory requests.

• Assist with know your customer (KYC) requests and files relative to merger and acquisition and other special projects.

• Interface with and manage Diligent Boards and Diligent Legal Entities.

• Assist with insurance company licensing and authority and qualification matters.

• Demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of corporate and corporate governance principals, requirements, and best practices, including pursuit of relevant certifications and professional development activities.

• Have well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels, sound judgment.

• Possess strong project management and organizational skills including the ability to manage complex, multi-function programs, prioritize effectively, anticipate obstacles, and handle multiple projects and deadlines.

• Self-starter able to use their own initiative to identify opportunities and drive improvements.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Paralegal certificate required

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate and corporate governance matters or related or transferable matters or functions. Experience in the financial services industry a plus

• Knowledge of legal entity formation, dispositions, reorganizations, maintenance, and generation of form board of directors/committee resolutions

• Knowledge and experience with legal entity management and corporate secretary software programs (e.g., Secretariat, Board Vantage) preferred

• Excellent project management skills with a strong attention to details

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and interpersonal skills

• Dependable and motivated

• Adept at multi-tasking and ability to work under tight (and, at times, competing) deadlines

• Ability to work in a team environment and provide team support

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel)

• Supports special corporate transactional and/or regulatory related projects as may from time to time arise.

Compensation:

The compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location:

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

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Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

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Relocation Provided:

The United States Life Insurance Company in the City of New York