Job Description
About Upstart
At Upstart we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day we bring creativity experimentation and advanced AI to reshape access to credit helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence.
As the leading AI lending marketplace we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1800 signals powering smarter fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea every voice and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress.
We’re proudly digital-first giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites planning sessions and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus Austin the Bay Area or New York City (opening Summer 2026) you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you.
If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems excited to innovate with purpose and motivated by work that truly matters we’d love to hear from you.
The Team:
Upstart’s legal team is a key component of the company helping Upstart innovate in the AI and fintech space across multiple products and supporting its mission of expanding access to credit based on true risk. We are a team of savvy hardworking and genuinely nice individuals collaborating closely with the business in achieving its objectives.
As the Senior Paralegal Corporate at Upstart you will serve as a key operator supporting Upstart’s public company reporting and corporate governance processes. You will partner closely with others on the Corporate Legal team and cross-functional stakeholders to manage board and committee workflows subsidiary governance SEC reporting logistics Section 16 reporting and other miscellaneous corporate matters. This role is critical to ensuring strong execution precise documentation practices and scalable infrastructure across the organization.
How you’ll make an impact
- Assist with the preparation and coordination of corporate and SEC filings including Forms 10-K 10-Q 8-K proxy statements and Section 16 reports
- Support corporate governance activities and maintenance of board and committee processes including drafting minutes resolutions and agendas maintaining records and coordinating D&O questionnaires
- Oversee subsidiary management including entity records officer and director tracking organizational charts annual filings and related governance documentation
- Support legal aspects of acquisitions financings and capital market transactions including data room management and due diligence requests assisting with closing documents and organizing signature collection.
- Work with other members of the Legal team as well as other company functional departments on special projects and initiatives
- Manage U.S. state and local filings business licenses and various business entity documents with governmental agencies.
- Design develop and implement or improve systems and processes to increase efficiency support scalability and ensure quality
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification
- 7+ years in a corporate paralegal role at a public company or major law firm
- Experience of supporting SEC reporting including Forms 10-K 10-Q proxy statements and Section 16 filings
- Proven support of Board of Directors and committee governance processes
- Demonstrated responsibility for corporate records minute books and subsidiary management
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in a high-growth technology company
- Proficiency with Workiva (Wdesk) Boardvantage EDGAR and Google Workspace
- Administration of insider trading compliance programs and Rule 10b5-1 plans
- Participation in debt or equity offerings and M&A transactions
- Familiarity with SOX-related disclosure controls and public company compliance frameworks
- Track record of improving governance workflows or implementing legal technology solutions
- A self-starter mentality with the ability to thrive working under limited direction and an attitude that no job is too challenging or too small.
Position location: Remote with a preference for SF Bay Area
Travel requirements As a digital first company the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S or Canada (outside of Quebec) but are expected to spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites and in-person meetings. The onsite cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time.
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At Upstart your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
In addition Upstart provides employees with target bonuses equity compensation and generous benefits packages (including medical dental vision and 401k).
What you'll love
At Upstart our benefits are designed to support your health financial well-being family and personal growth. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive compensation including base pay bonus opportunities and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed up to $15000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits including company-paid Basic Life AD&D and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage with options to purchase supplemental coverage
- Paid time off sick and safe time and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo supporting fertility parenthood and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites all-company updates and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices located in the Bay Area Austin Columbus and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Just as we are dedicated to improving access to affordable credit for all we are committed to inclusive and fair hiring practices.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please email [email protected]
https://www.upstart.com/candidate_privacy_policy
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What We Do
Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace connecting millions of consumers to more than 100 banks and credit unions that leverage Upstart’s AI models and cloud applications to deliver superior credit products. With Upstart's AI lenders can approve more borrowers at lower rates across races ages and genders while delivering the exceptional digital-first experience customers demand. More than 80% of borrowers are approved instantly with zero documentation to upload. Founded in 2012 Upstart’s platform includes personal loans automotive retail and refinance loans home equity lines of credit and small-dollar “relief” loans. If you are energized by the impact you think you could make at Upstart we'd love to hear from you!
Why Work With Us
Connection to our mission creates a special environment where people feel passionately about the impact they make in the world. Upstart is fast-paced and we encourage ownership at all levels of the organization. As a result culture at Upstart is driven by Upstarters. Upstarters are proactive talented multi-dimensional and collaborative.
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Upstart has a digital-first model enabling most Upstarters can live and work anywhere in the U.S. We also offer in-person options from our office locations in San Mateo California; Columbus Ohio; Austin Texas; and New York City NY.
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Date Posted
04/04/2026
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