Job Description:
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Paralegal I to join our Corporate Law team in Newport Beach, CA.
As a Senior Paralegal I, you’ll play a key role in Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by working closely with attorneys and other members of the Office of General Counsel (OGC) on various corporate transactions and advising business clients throughout Pacific Life. We are seeking an experienced paralegal with law firm and/or in-house legal experience to provide transactional legal support for a wide array of corporate and affiliate transactions in the following areas: finance, capital markets, M&A, and reinsurance transactions. You will report to a Vice President & Associate General Counsel responsible for Treasury, M&A and Reinsurance matters in the Corporate Division. Your colleagues will include attorneys, paralegals, and other professionals in the OGC and professionals in Corporate Treasury, Pacific Life Re, Corporate Development, Reinsurance, Financial Reporting, Institutional Division, and Corporate Secretary’s Office. You will work independently on law-related activities including drafting and reviewing legal agreements, disclosure documents and corporate resolutions, legal and regulatory research, legal due diligence, and coordination and preparation of regulatory filings under the supervision of an attorney. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate extensively with experienced business professionals throughout Pacific Life’s domestic and international offices and with members of the OGC.
How you'll help move us forward:
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements including NDAs, LOIs, banking and finance agreements, and other ancillary agreements for various corporate transactions
Providing lead paralegal support for M&A, finance, and capital markets transactions including working with outside counsel
Maintaining, improving, and deploying legal diligence repository for corporate transactions
Preparing and filing insurance and other regulatory filings with state and federal regulators
Providing KYC support for Treasury and Corporate Secretary’s Office
Acting as a key resource for clients and colleagues and direct the work of other staff members
The experience you bring:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4 year college/university or Paralegal Certification or equivalent work experience
More than 5 years’ experience as a corporate transactional paralegal
Experience in insurance and/or financial services industry preferred; previous law firm experience in a corporate transactional role is a big plus
In-depth and practical knowledge in corporate transactions in two or more of the following areas: finance, capital markets, M&A, or reinsurance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to analyze and recommend solutions to complex problems and communicate effectively with peers, senior executives, and outside business partners
Comfortable working independently on multiple projects and prioritizing work streams as needed
Demonstrates team leadership experience for managing large legal projects
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships through strong interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational skills
Motivated to develop professionally and learn new skills
What makes you stand out:
Paralegal certification
Law firm or in-house experience working on significant corporate transactions including M&A, securities offerings, or financing agreements
Technical knowledge, including Office 365 applications, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams for email, calendar, and task management with experience in using these tools for efficient communication, document management, and collaboration -- as well as the ability to streamline existing processes and improve efficiency using these tools
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Benefits start Day 1.
Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.
Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$100,530.00 - $122,870.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
