Paralegal Analyst

Principal Financial Group

Des Moines, IA

What You'll Do

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Paralegal Analyst to join our in-house legal department with a focus on corporate governance, corporate secretarial, and regulatory matters. This role plays a great part in supporting governance and regulatory processes throughout the company. The ideal candidate is detailed, proactive, and comfortable working in multiple legal fields.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Assist the corporate secretarial team for Principal subsidiaries by managing corporate records and minute books. Monitor director and officer appointments, document entity formations and dissolutions, prepare routine filings, and address inquiries related to Principal subsidiaries.
Participate in subsidiary board of director and committee meetings, and prepare, coordinate, and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and consent actions.
Act as a liaison between legal, internal business partners, and external service providers regarding board and committee meetings, governance activities, and filings.
Prepare and revise corporate resolutions, written consents, secretary’s certificates, incumbency certificates, related governance documents, and intercompany agreements. Complete, file, and submit regulatory forms and filings required for Principal subsidiaries.
Manage complex projects with a high degree of independence and initiative. This may include conducting complex legal research, drafting legal and/or regulatory memoranda, and assisting with process improvements, including improving templates, workflows, and governance policies and procedures.
Provide paralegal support to lawyers across the corporate legal team on matters relating to corporate transactions, securities-related matters, privacy and data security, tax, and human resources.

Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years.

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of related legal and/or corporate/regulatory experience.
Significant and demonstrated expertise in corporate secretarial matters, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles, board processes, and entity management.
Experience in supporting various corporate legal activities (e.g., business transactions, securities, tax, privacy, data security, and/or human resources) are preferred.
Strong attention to detail along with the capability to manage several projects and deadlines at the same time.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior leaders, directors, other internal partners, and third-parties.
Demonstrated experience in legal research.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Copilot, Excel, and document management systems as well as legal tools, resources, and databases such as Westlaw CoCounsel.
Familiarity with state insurance regulatory filings is preferred.

Salary Range Information

Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Salary Range

$28.32 - $38.37 / hour

Time Off Program

Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non-exempt) employees and provides a set amount of accrued time earned each pay period. Employees can use their PTO for vacation, personal or short-term illness.

Pension Eligible

Yes

Additional Information

Location

This position is located in Des Moines, IA.

Work Environment

This role offers the ability for in-office, & hybrid (blending both office and remote work in a typical workweek) work arrangements. This is a hybrid position with the requirement of 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home. Management reserves the right to adjust the days required in office.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we are not considering applicants who require any form of immigration sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. This includes F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, and similar visas. For more information on work authorization requirements, please use the following links:

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Ethics Code

In Principal Asset Management positions, you are required to observe an Investment Code of Ethics regarding conduct and personal trading for yourself and those living with you. Other positions within the organization may have similar obligations.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we believe in forming connections both personally and professionally. Together, we’re crafting a future for financial services that is guided by purpose – and that begins with you. Our success depends on the outstanding experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. We provide support to our employees in the same way as our customers. Our inclusive and competitive benefits protect physical, financial, and social well-being. Check our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values, and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Posting Window

We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.

Date First Posted (TTF)

4/23/2026