About Assurance

Assurance IQ is a technology company headquartered in Seattle. We were acquired by Prudential (NYSE: PRU) to further the joint mission of improving financial wellness across the world.

Our team of world class software engineers, data scientists, and business professionals work every day to expand our product offerings and the reach of our platform. We simplify the complex world of insurance and financial services into straightforward, valuable solutions to improve people's lives. We start by asking customers a few questions, so our system can learn about their needs; from there, our ground-breaking, proprietary platform takes over and analyzes the thousands of data points that make customers unique. This is how we create custom-tailored plans for each customer; plans built precisely for their needs and budget. Our platform serves as the intersection between customer and seller, technology, and the human touch.

At Assurance, we are innovative, persevering, collaborative, calculated, and authentic, and we're working together to improve the lives of millions!

About the Position

The Assurance Legal team is seeking a highly talented, motivated paralegal to join our rapidly growing company.

This position is responsible for legal research, legal process support, corporate governance, contract review, project management, and more. With Prudential Financial’s acquisition of Assurance in 2019, this position is a unique opportunity that combines the ability to work for a young, innovative start-up with the support and strength of over 140-year-old financial services company.

Responsibilities

• Legal research. You will conduct legal research and report to the attorneys on various laws, regulations, case law, and regulatory guidance relevant to Assurance’s business activities. 
• Litigation, complaint, and legal process support. You will help compile, review and analyze responsive information and evidence in supporting Assurance and Prudential attorneys in handling litigation, complaints, and legal requests for information involving Assurance. You will respond to certain complaints yourself under the direction and supervision of an attorney. You will also serve as a key point of contact for Prudential’s litigation and regulatory teams in collecting responsive documents and information, as needed.
• Corporate governance and licensing. You will help coordinate and oversee the maintenance of Assurance’s state registrations, licensing, and other required filings, with the support of Prudential’s corporate governance team and outside vendors. You will maintain Assurance’s corporate officer listings and help execute other corporate resolutions, as needed.
• Contract review and maintenance. You will review, revise, and negotiate certain business contracts under the direction and supervision of an attorney. You will also help organize and maintain a new electronic database for contract management. 
• Knowledge Management. You will help maintain document and knowledge management systems designed to ensure historical advice and necessary information is up-to-date and readily available within the Assurance Legal team.
• Project Management. You will organize, manage, track progress, and drive completion of special legal projects, as needed. 

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and at least three (3) years of experience working in an in-house legal department or law firm are preferred.
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and distill research and information in a clear, understandable way.
• A willingness to learn new areas, take initiative and work independently.
• Strong project management and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work across multiple projects at one time.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work collaboratively within the Legal team, across Assurance, with key business and control partners at Prudential, and with outside counsel and vendors.
• Experience and comfort working with technology.
• Sound judgment and an ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.

Choose Assurance Because:

· Exceptional base salary plus bonus structure

· Comprehensive benefits which include, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more

· Unlimited paid vacation, sick leave, plus paid holidays.

· Growth opportunities, advance your career rapidly, we offer leadership development training and promote from within.

· Ongoing coaching and career development including individual and group coaching sessions.

· Fast paced, high performance environment.