EVP, Associate General Counsel

Palomar Holdings, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full suite of medical benefits

Long-term financial incentives – STOCK

401(k) with employer contributions

Competitive PTO

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Palomar Holdings, Inc. is hiring an Executive Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Corporate at our La Jolla, CA headquarters. This senior legal leader will oversee public company governance, securities law, M&A, and corporate insurance law alongside a dedicated legal team.

The ideal candidate will possess a J.D., 15+ years of relevant experience, and expertise in SEC reporting and M&A transactions in the financial sector, with strong leadership abilities to influence C-suite executives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of legal experience combining Big Law training with in-house experience.
• Meaningful public company tenure with direct exposure to SEC reporting.
• Demonstrated M&A transaction experience in insurance or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Support the CLO in corporate governance and SEC reporting.
• Lead M&A transactions from diligence through closing.
• Serve as legal lead for capital markets activities.

Skills

Public company governance

Securities law

M&A transactions

Corporate insurance law

Leadership

Microsoft Office skills

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Active admission to the California State Bar

Job description

About this position

Why choose Palomar?

Palomar is a rapidly growing and innovative insurer focused on providing specialty insurance to residential and commercial customers. Palomar welcomes the best and brightest to our thriving team. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Palomar is building a dynamic and diverse team.

Join a company built on a culture of agility, innovation and authenticity that delivers peace of mind and protection to individuals and businesses impacted by adversity.

Want to learn more about our exciting journey? https://ir.plmr.com/corporate-profile/default.aspx

We are Hiring!

The Details:

Palomar Holdings is seeking an Executive Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Corporate to join our La Jolla, CA headquarters. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary, this senior legal leader will serve as the primary in‑house counsel for Palomar's public company governance, securities law, capital markets, M&A, corporate insurance law, and public company litigation functions. This role joins a strong, established legal team and will work in close partnership with the EVP, Associate General Counsel – Regulatory, whose ownership of litigation, licensed entity compliance, and operational legal matters remains fully intact.

What will you do:

Public Company Governance, Securities Law & Federal Regulatory Obligations Support the CLO in her role as Corporate Secretary, including Board and committee governance, records management, and preparation of all Board materials. Lead Palomar's SEC reporting obligations, including periodic filings, proxy preparation, and insider trading and Regulation FD compliance. Advise on federal securities law requirements, including Exchange Act, Sarbanes‑Oxley, and Dodd‑Frank obligations applicable to a NASDAQ‑listed company. Serve as primary in‑house counsel for public company‑related litigation, including securities, disclosure, governance, and shareholder matters.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Transactions Lead M&A transactions as primary in‑house legal counsel from diligence through signing and closing, directing outside counsel and advising the executive team. Coordinate with internal legal partners on regulatory approval processes and post‑closing integration handoffs.

Capital Markets – Catastrophe Bonds & Financing Serve as in‑house legal lead for capital markets activity, including catastrophe bond issuances, credit facilities, and debt and equity transactions. Monitor developments in insurance‑linked securities and capital markets relevant to Palomar's risk transfer strategy.

Corporate Insurance Law & State Regulatory Affairs Provide strategic legal counsel on corporate insurance law matters, including holding company structure and regulatory matters intersecting with corporate transactions. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the state and federal level with potential impact on Palomar's corporate structure and specialty lines strategy.

General Corporate & Legal Operations Manage outside counsel relationships for transaction, securities, and capital markets matters in coordination with the CLO. Oversee transaction‑related contracts and strategic partnership agreements. Support employee relations, executive matters, and cross‑functional legal needs in partnership with HR and business leadership. Mentor and develop junior legal team members.

What we are looking for: J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school; active admission to the California State Bar (or eligibility for Registered In‑House Counsel status); 15+ years of legal experience combining Big Law training with in‑house insurance or financial services experience; meaningful public company tenure with direct exposure to SEC reporting, SOX compliance, proxy processes, and Board governance, ideally at a NASDAQ‑ or NYSE‑listed company; demonstrated M&A transaction experience in insurance or financial services, including deal execution and outside counsel management; capital markets experience with catastrophe bonds, ILS structures, credit facilities, or debt and equity offerings; strong corporate insurance law background with familiarity across federal securities regulations and multi‑state insurance holding company frameworks; specialty lines experience a distinct advantage; experience with public company litigation and directing outside litigation counsel; proven ability to advise C‑suite executives and Board members, influence cross‑functional stakeholders, and lead high‑performing legal teams; strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

We love people who want to: Build strong relationships through transparency, trust, and respect for each other. Work in an agile environment, with a resilient mindset to find creative solutions to challenges. Collaborate and celebrate diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity and equality. Do the right thing with strong conviction and integrity. Be bold and innovative to help make an impact. Demonstrable track record of working autonomously and driving progress. Be intellectually curious, think creatively, and pragmatic.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, and like working with happy, authentic, talented people, you'll enjoy a career with Palomar!

What will you get in return? Full Suite of Medical Benefits. Long Term Financial Incentives – STOCK! 401(k) with 3.5% Automatic Fully Vested Employer Contributions. Competitive PTO + Holiday Program. Lifestyle Spending Allowance. Professional Development Assistance. Career Exploration Opportunities. Regular company‑wide social events (even virtually!). To learn more visit us at www.plmr.com.

Diversity at Palomar At Palomar, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in all facets of the organization. We have built an open culture that celebrates the diversity of our workforce, while actively championing equality and inclusion practices that make us a company people want to work with and work for. We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion yields greater organizational creativity and productivity, which helps us serve our customers and partners more effectively. Delivering on our diversity commitment returns greater value to our shareholders and ultimately makes a positive impact to the communities in which we do business and to the people who live in them.

Accommodations: Palomar will consider reasonable accommodations to ensure a qualified applicant with a disability can be considered for the position. Palomar will also consider necessary modifications to the physical work environment, or to the way a job is usually performed, so an individual with a disability can perform the essential functions of the position. Additional accommodations will be considered that enable an employee with a disability to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment like those that are enjoyed by other employees without disabilities.

For more information about our company, visit us at www.plmr.com. Palomar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.