Sr Corporate Paralegal

Sunrun; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun is seeking a Senior Corporate and Securities Paralegal to support governance, SEC reporting, and corporate transactions in our San Francisco office. You will help integrate AI tools into workflows and work closely with Finance, HR, Investor Relations, and outside counsel.

The role requires 5+ years of paralegal experience, strong knowledge of Workiva and EDGAR, and proficiency with board portals and regulatory filings. This is a full-time, on-site position in the United States.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate/securities paralegal experience in law firms and in-house legal departments.
• Direct experience supporting public company SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16) and board portal administration.
• Proficiency with Workiva (Wdesk), EDGAR, board portals, DocuSign, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with or eagerness to use generative AI tools to optimize paralegal workflows.
• Bachelor's degree and/or ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage board/committee meeting calendars, agendas, resolutions, and board portal distributions.
• Draft meeting minutes, unanimous written consents, officer certificates, and routine resolutions for attorney review.
• Maintain official corporate records, committee charters, and governance policies.
• Assist with annual board evaluations and the D&O questionnaire process.
• Support the drafting, review, and EDGAR submission of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Annual Proxy Statements.
• Coordinate closing checklists, signature gathering, closing binders, and post-closing obligation tracking for corporate transactions and financings.
• Support equity plan administration, including share issuances, repurchases, and related regulatory filings.
• Leverage approved AI platforms and legal automation tools to generate initial drafts of routine documents, summarize diligence materials, and maintain compliance trackers.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Investor Relations, and outside counsel.

Skills

Corporate paralegal

Securities

Workiva

EDGAR

Board portals

DocuSign

Education

Bachelor's degree

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Workiva (Wdesk)

EDGAR

DocuSign

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

At Sunrun, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we're designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. We're unlike any other residential energy company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Who We Are

We're on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.

The Legal Team is seeking a proactive Senior Corporate and Securities Paralegal to support public company governance, SEC reporting, board administration, and corporate transactions. In this role, you will also help integrate modern legal technologies and AI tools into day-to-day workflows to maximize speed, accuracy, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Board & Governance Administration

• Manage board/committee meeting calendars, agendas, resolutions, and board portal distributions.
• Draft meeting minutes, unanimous written consents, officer certificates, and routine resolutions for attorney review.
• Maintain official corporate records, committee charters, and governance policies.
• Assist with annual board evaluations and the D&O questionnaire process.

SEC Reporting & Equity Compliance

• Support the drafting, review, and EDGAR submission of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Annual Proxy Statements.
• Assist with logistics for the Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
• Partner with Stock Administration on Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5) and beneficial ownership tracking.
• Perform quality control on Workiva (Wdesk) filings, ensuring accurate exhibits, cross-references, and formatting.

Transactions & Corporate Operations

• Coordinate closing checklists, signature gathering, closing binders, and post-closing obligation tracking for corporate transactions and financings.
• Support equity plan administration, including share issuances, repurchases, and related regulatory filings.
• Leverage approved AI platforms and legal automation tools to generate initial drafts of routine documents, summarize diligence materials, and maintain compliance trackers.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Investor Relations, and outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of corporate/securities paralegal experience at a law firm and in-house legal department.
• SEC & Governance Mastery: Direct experience supporting public company SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16) and board portal administration.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Workiva (Wdesk), EDGAR, board portals, DocuSign, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
• Tech-Forward Mindset: Familiarity with or eagerness to utilize generative AI tools (e.g., Harvey, GCAI, Copilot, ChatGPT) to optimize paralegal workflows.
• Education: Bachelor's degree and/or ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred.add

Recruiter

Danielle Levitan ([e-mail])

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting Salary/wage For This Opportunity

$98,385.57 to $131,180.76

Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at [e-mail].

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun