Senior Paralegal, Litigation & Employment Legal Team

American General Life Insurance Company; Houston (TX); Hybride; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work schedule

Volunteer Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Corebridge Financial, based in Houston, TX, seeks a seasoned paralegal to support litigation, employment, and investigations. You will manage documents, prepare summaries, and coordinate with outside counsel and internal teams within a hybrid office setting.

Requirements include 5+ years as a paralegal, a college degree, and a paralegal certificate preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience, including law firm experience, is required.
• College degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel; ability to learn new systems.

Responsabilités

• Provide support in management of litigation, employment and investigation matters.
• Prepare case summaries and chronologies to assist in matters.
• Prepare and manage RFP responses and internal reports for senior leadership.
• Coordinate with legal operations on billing and vendor invoices.
• Support filing of proofs of claim in class action postings and settlements.
• Provide administrative support as needed.

Connaissances

Paralegal experience

Self-starter

Microsoft Office

Excel

Strong communication

Formation

College degree

Paralegal certificate

Outils

Microsoft Office

Excel

Description du poste

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 we are Corebridge Financial helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision, and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.

About the role

This position reports to the Director, Employment Legal & Litigation Paralegal Services. Core responsibilities will include providing support in the management of litigation, employment and investigation matters and providing administrative support as needed. This position is a hybrid role based in Houston, Texas.

Specific Responsibilities

Provide support in broad range of dispute matters, including monitoring activity and deadlines; interfacing with external counsel; arranging/attending witness interviews; preparing and managing document productions; issuing and managing preservation notices; processing settlements; and engaging with expert witnesses, eDiscovery providers and other external vendors/parties. Forums include mediation, arbitration and court proceedings.

Prepare timely responses to subpoenas under attorney supervision.

Prepare case summaries and chronologies to assist in litigation and investigation matters.

Prepare and manage RFP responses and internal reports, including quarterly reports for senior business and legal leadership on significant matters, claims, contingencies, and other evolving topics.

Update employee benefit plans and summary plan descriptions; draft and revise templates and form letters.

Manage prospective budgeting process for all matters.

Coordinate with legal operations in setting up billing files and supporting the review, approval, and payment of law firm and other vendor invoices.

Oversee process for filing of proofs of claims in class action settlements, and interface with external vendors to evaluate offensive recovery opportunities that arise in the litigation docket.

Provide administrative support as needed.

What you need to know

5+ years of paralegal experience, including law firm experience, is required.

Self-starter initiative with the ability to meet and exceed deadlines, prioritize, multi-task and remain flexible in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Experience with administrative proceedings and dispute resolution (fact/document gathering, discovery, trial preparation, etc.) is required.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (with a focus on Excel) and have the ability and willingness to develop proficiency in new applications and electronic systems.

Proven problem-solving skills that demonstrate creativity and commitment to Corebridge Financial’s core values of integrity, collaboration, and diversity of perspective.

Demonstrated ability to balance thoughtful decision making with careful and timely execution.

Strong communication, analytical, organizational, research, and writing skills.

Attention to detail is critical.

Excellent collaboration skills and a willingness to “pitch in” to support, enrich, and strengthen the greater Corebridge Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department.

College degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.

What our employees like most about working for Corebridge Financial / Benefit package includes

• Hybrid work schedule provides best of both - you can choose to work in the office full time or work from the office on specified team days. In-person attendance on team days is mandatory and essential to providing effective and collaborative team support.
• Our “Giving Back” policy is at the core of our daily operations and guides our future progress. Don’t believe us? We put our money where our mouth is! Corebridge Financial will give you up to 16 hours a year paid time off to volunteer in the community.
• Paid Time Off - Corebridge Financial recognizes the importance of work life balance. We offer 24 PTO days to start. YES, 24! 17 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Work Location This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX office.
• Estimated Travel Minimal travel.
• A 401(k) Retirement Plan which will be HARD TO BEAT.
• Our 401K - $1 for $1 match up to 6% with immediate vesting, plus Corebridge Financial automatically contributes an additional 3% into your 401K regardless of if you enroll or not.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

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 [e-mail]. 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

Functional Area: LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

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Relocation Provided: American General Life Insurance Company