Corporate Paralegal

Howden Tiger is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital, & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service.

About Role

Howden Group Holdings' businesses in the United States, including Howden Tiger and DUAL North America, are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Corporate Paralegal to join our legal team. As an integral member of Howden Group, you will provide strategic support to legal counsel on a wide range of matters. You will play a vital role in protecting the company's interests, mitigating legal risks, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. The ideal candidate will be meticulous and organized and possess strong communications skills. A deep knowledge of the contracts processes, litigation and records management will be a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the legal team in developing contract preparation processes;
• Utilize templates to prepare initial drafts of contracts;
• Guide contracts through the review process, including tracking and maintaining a calendar of due dates and interacting with legal team and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely progression through the contracting process;
• Ensure contracts are signed and shared with appropriate internal stakeholders;
• Assist legal team in ensuring contracting governance processes are followed and documented, including maintaining shared drive of legal documents;
• Develop and maintain information management and filing processes;
• Assist with reporting processes to internal stakeholders and external regulators and authorities;
• Assist corporate secretary on corporate governance matters, including, but not limited to resolutions, board minutes, officer and director appointments, etc.;
• Assist legal team with tracking Department of Insurance and Surplus Lines Association bulletins and press releases that are relevant to the business units;
• Perform discrete research projects under the supervision and alongside the legal team;
• Assist legal team with responses to subpoenas, complaints and Department of Insurance requests;
• Assist legal team with oversight of litigation, including working with internal business units and external counsels' offices to gather information and documents needed for pleadings, motions and discovery responses
• Actively undertakes personal development to ensure up to date knowledge and understanding of best practice;
• Remains aware of external, industry, legal and regulatory developments to ensure practice and work product are of a sufficiently high standard;
• Keeps informed of all legal and regulatory developments relevant to the Operating Entity/Group,

Qualifications:

• 5+ years as a Paralegal in a legal department, law firm, or corporate setting required
• Experience specifically in reinsurance or the insurance industry is considered a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in legal studies, paralegal studies, business administration, or a related field a plus.
• Effective organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, handle a high volume of documents, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply legal principles to practical business situations.
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly and concisely to non-legal professionals.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including HR, management teams, and employees at all levels.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Three days in-office preferred, but remote work will be considered.

Policy, Process and Procedures:

This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position of Senior Corporate Paralegal. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required. Additional responsibilities and qualifications may be defined by the specific needs of the organization.