Senior Corporate Paralegal

FGS Global; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FGS Global is seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal to join the Global Legal & Compliance team in a Hybrid role based in Washington, D.C. or New York.

The candidate will support the Chief Legal Officer and senior lawyers with governance, filings, and transactional support. The ideal candidate has a four-year degree and at least eight years in a top law firm or Fortune 1000 corporate legal department, with strong discretion, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience at an Am Law 100 or Am Law 200 law firm and/or a Fortune 1000 corporate legal department.
• Experience with a global firm is a plus.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards, with a demonstrated understanding of discretion and handling confidential matters.
• Collaborative team member with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and minute books, managing subsidiaries, preparing for board meetings, drafting resolutions and consents and maintaining compliance-related documents.
• Maintain qualifications, registered agent relationships, and annual report filings for domestic and foreign entities, and updated organizational charts using corporate services provider software.
• Assist with project management and tracking, deadline management and administrative processes, including annual policy review.
• Support stock plan administration, equity issuances, and repurchases, including preparation and submission of securities filings and required disclosures.
• Support counsel with corporate transactions, including acquisitions and restructuring.
• Track litigation matters and manage subpoena compliance, including coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of FINRA disclosures and Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) and Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) registrations and reports.
• Assist in the management and maintenance of contract databases, including reviewing and summarizing contractual obligations.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal teams, including finance, investor relations, business operations and corporate development, to jointly manage projects, timelines, and priorities.
• Coordinate communication among internal teams, external parties, and legal counsel.

Skills

Corporate governance

Legal research

Discretion

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Notary license

Tools

Corporate services software

Legal research tools

AI tools

Job description

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Senior Corporate Paralegal

About FGS Global

FGS Global (FGS) is the preeminent global communications and public affairs consultancy, with approximately 1,600 professionals around the world, advising clients as they navigate complex situations and reputational challenges. FGS Global partners with the world's most influential leaders to move minds and markets. Working where business, government, and public opinion intersect, we advise CEOs, boards, and leadership teams at the most consequential moments. Our expertise spans strategic and financial communications, policy and public affairs, corporate reputation, crisis management, and data-driven digital engagement. Across 31 global offices, our partners draw on the full depth of the firm so clients can operate with clarity, act with confidence, and lead with trust.

Position Overview

FGS Global is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Senior Corporate Paralegal to join the firm’s Global Legal & Compliance team. The ideal candidate will provide high-level support to our Chief Legal Officer and other members of the team. This position will be based in either the firm’s Washington, D.C. or New York office on an in-person hybrid basis.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and minute books, managing subsidiaries, preparing for board meetings, drafting resolutions and consents and maintaining compliance-related documents.
• Maintain qualifications, registered agent relationships, and annual report filings for domestic and foreign entities, and updated organizational charts using corporate services provider software.
• Assist with project management and tracking, deadline management and administrative processes, including annual policy review.
• Support stock plan administration, equity issuances, and repurchases, including preparation and submission of securities filings and required disclosures.
• Support counsel with corporate transactions, including acquisitions and restructuring.
• Track litigation matters and manage subpoena compliance, including coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of FINRA disclosures and Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) and Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) registrations and reports.
• Assist in the management and maintenance of contract databases, including reviewing and summarizing contractual obligations.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal teams, including finance, investor relations, business operations and corporate development, to jointly manage projects, timelines, and priorities.
• Coordinate communication among internal teams, external parties, and legal counsel.

Attributes

• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required. A graduate degree, paralegal certificate or notary license a plus but not required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience at an Am Law 100 or Am Law 200 law firm and/or a Fortune 1000 corporate legal department, with extensive experience in general corporate support, is required. Experience with a global firm is a plus.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards, with a demonstrated understanding of discretion and handling confidential matters.
• Collaborative team member with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work consistently to established deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze legal requirements and apply them to business needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to exercise good judgment by making sound and practical decisions; ability to assume responsibility for decisions and act decisively under deadlines.
• Strong understanding of corporate law principles and legal research tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline processes.

We offer medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability, and AD&DD plans; a 401(k) with company matching contribution; technology reimbursement; discretionary bonuses; and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.

FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. FGS Global is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. Applicants who need assistance or an accommodation should contact the firm through the application process.

The salary range for this role in District of Columbia is: $100,000 USD - $150,000 USD