Director, Paralegal Services

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 You’ll Work With

Corebridge Financial is a unique franchise that brings together a broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. It holds longstanding, leading market positions in many of the markets it serves in the U.S.

The Corebridge Financial Global Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge Financial policies & procedures. This is a global, diverse and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be able to participate in the Corebridge Financial award-winning pro bono program.

About The Role

The Director, Paralegal Services II serves as the senior operational leader for paralegal services supporting the Fixed Annuity & Life business within Retail Legal. Reporting to the Head of the Fixed Annuity & Life practice, under the supervision of attorneys, this role is accountable for setting strategy, governance, and execution for paralegal support across the full product lifecycle—from product development and regulatory filings through sales enablement and marketing review.

This is a highly visible individual contributor role requiring deep subject-matter expertise, sound judgment, executive presence, and the ability to lead complex work through influence in a regulated environment.

This position is a hybrid role based in Houston, Texas, Jersey City, New Jersey. or Woodland Hills, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the paralegal services operating model for the Fixed Annuity & Life portfolio, including intake, triage, prioritization, and assignment of work across product development, implementation, sales, and marketing activities.
• Establish governance and operating discipline, including service levels, escalation paths, review cadence, and executive-ready reporting on volume, risk, and delivery.
• Lead paralegal services through influence, providing coaching, delegation, and capability development in partnership with Legal leadership.
• Drive execution for complex initiatives, including product launches, feature enhancements, and state readiness efforts, ensuring timelines, dependencies, and risks are actively managed and escalated.
• Oversee product documentation and recordkeeping, including version control, approval evidence, and audit-ready retention practices.
• Support review of sales and marketing materials, ensuring consistent application of standards, timely turnaround, and accurate incorporation of legal guidance.
• Coordinate regulatory and compliance readiness activities, including responses to information requests, filings support, and examination materials, under attorney supervision.
• Serve as a senior operational partner to Product, Compliance, Risk, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and shared services, ensuring clear ownership and seamless handoffs.
• Drive continuous improvement, including standardization of templates, playbooks, SOPs, and effective use of technology to improve speed, consistency, and control.
• Monitor deadlines and delivery risks, proactively identifying bottlenecks and recommending pragmatic path-forward options.
• Partner with Legal Operations on matter management hygiene, vendor oversight, budgeting support, and related administrative activities.
• Define and track performance metrics, translating insights into action plans that improve service delivery and risk outcomes.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive paralegal experience, including significant work supporting complex, highly regulated financial services products.
• Demonstrated experience setting operating models and driving execution across product development and launch processes.
• Proven ability to lead through influence and operate effectively with senior attorneys and cross-functional executives.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and risk awareness in handling sensitive and high-impact matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and drive decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort leveraging workflow and document management tools.
• Paralegal certificate required.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 to 100,000 the commencement of employment.  Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financials' Jersey City, New Jersey, Houston, Texas, or Woodland Hills, CA offices and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

Estimated Travel

Minimal travel.

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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.

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.

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 TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  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:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): No Travel

Relocation Provided: No

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