Senior Analyst

Forward Global; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with 5% company match

Group Term Life Insurance

Unlimited PTO

Parking or transportation benefits

Professional development opportunities

Paid holidays and leave

Wellness resources

Job summary

Forward Global is seeking a Senior Analyst to conduct U.S. and international investigations for financial, legal, and corporate clients. The role requires experience in due diligence, high-stakes research, and mentorship of junior staff.

You will lead complex investigations, ensure data integrity, and work across government affairs, investigations, and strategy teams. Excellent English writing and analytical skills are essential, with a background in related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., international relations, journalism, political science, law).
• Two to four years of experience in due diligence, investigations, and corporate intelligence are required.
• Ability to manage complex investigations and ensure research integrity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative research in support of due diligence, litigation, and corporate contests.
• Master open-source and public record sources across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead and supervise investigations; mentor analysts and contribute to training.

Skills

Open-source research

Public records research

Analytical thinking

English writing

Strong writing skills

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

LexisNexis

Factiva

PACER

Job description

About Us

Forward Global is an international risk and reputation management firm with offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Abidjan, and Brussels. We are 450+ international strategists, communicators, and creators who achieve mission-critical objectives for public and private clients worldwide. We do so by helping global leaders, businesses, and institutions better understand, navigate, and mitigate risk, enhancing decision-making and strengthening our clients' strategic positions.

About Us

Forward Global is an international risk and reputation management firm with offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Abidjan, and Brussels. We are 450+ international strategists, communicators, and creators who achieve mission-critical objectives for public and private clients worldwide. We do so by helping global leaders, businesses, and institutions better understand, navigate, and mitigate risk, enhancing decision-making and strengthening our clients' strategic positions. Forward Global prides itself on being an entrepreneurial firm with a close-knit, supportive team of professionals. The seamless integration of government affairs, strategic communications, corporate investigations, strategic intelligence, political risk, and digital storytelling is integral to Forward Global's work.

Position Overview

Forward Global’s investigations team is seeking a talented and experienced individual to conduct U.S. and international investigative due diligence research for a wide range of financial, legal, and corporate clients. This position requires a highly motivated and seasoned researcher with a strong analytical ability, two to four years of corporate investigations industry experience, and an investigative mindset. Senior Analysts are responsible for conducting complex and high-stakes investigations. They will lead and execute investigations in support of due diligence, litigation (including tracing assets), corporate contests (including proxy battles and hostile takeovers), political risk analysis, and market entry. Senior Analysts may also have additional responsibilities, including quality control, training, client relations, business development, project oversight and/or people management. The firm also relies on Senior Analysts to provide mentorship and guidance to Analyst-level employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Experience conducting investigative research in support of pre-investment/M&A transactions, corporate contests, or litigation and/or arbitration
• Mastery of open-source and public records research, including experience using a wide range of U.S. and international public record resources (e.g., LexisNexis, Factiva, PACER, regulatory filings, civil and criminal records, property records, etc.)
• Ability to independently conduct complex research and investigative projects
• Strong investigative skills and ability to guarantee the integrity, accuracy, and thoroughness of research
• Excellent English-language writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Capacity to adapt to new situations and accept/apply feedback in a professional manner
• Intellectual curiosity
• Professional working proficiency in a foreign language (reading, writing) is a plus
• Experience in financial or legal sectors is a plus

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience) with an emphasis on research and writing skills, including international relations/affairs, journalism, political science, law, or other related areas of study
• Two to four years of experience in the due diligence, investigations, and corporate intelligence industry is required

Closing

At Forward Global, we believe complex challenges require diverse perspectives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment where people from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints can contribute meaningfully to solving our clients' most pressing strategic, geopolitical, and reputational challenges. We recognize that our strength lies in the diversity of our team, and that each colleague brings unique insight and expertise to the work we do. Every day, our teams drive impact by advising organizations operating in complex environments around the world. We strive to build a culture grounded in respect, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration, where individuals feel empowered to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and continuously learn from one another.

Compensation

• Minimum Pay: $70,000 - Maximum Pay: $85,000
• Exempt or Non-Exempt?: Exempt
• Job Family/Level: Level 1.3 - Senior Analyst
• Employee Status: Regular

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through CareFirst
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% company match
• Company-sponsored Group Term Life Insurance
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Paid parking or transportation benefits
• Professional development and networking opportunitiesPaid company holidays and leave benefits
• Employee wellness and support resources