INTRODUCTION
About FGS Global -
FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1200 multidisciplinary experts across the world’s major financial, government, business, and cultural centers. The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel. FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities. The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co. FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, South Florida, and Houston.
Position Overview
FGS Global is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Senior Corporate Paralegal to join the firm’s Global Legal & Regulatory team. The ideal candidate will provide high-level support to our legal function and Chief Legal Officer. This position is a hybrid role based in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities
- Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and minute books, subsidiary management, preparing for board meetings, drafting resolutions and consents and maintaining compliance-related documents.
- Draft and review legal documents such as contracts, agreements, corporate filings, and transactional documents.
- Develop strong working relationships with internal teams, including finance, investor relations, business operations and corporate development, to jointly manage projects, timelines, and priorities.
- Assist in the management and maintenance of contract databases, reviewing and summarizing contractual obligations.
- Coordinate communication among internal teams, external parties, and legal counsels.
- Assist with tasks such as contract data gathering, project management and tracking, deadline management and administrative processes.
- Assist with stock plan administration, equity issuances and maintaining the FGS capitalization table.
- Assist counsel with corporate transactions, including acquisitions and restructuring.
- Coordinate FGS’s response to FINRA requests.
Attributes
- A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required. A graduate degree such as a JD or a paralegal certification is a plus but not required.
- A minimum of 8 years working at an AMLAW 100/200 law firm and/or a Fortune 1000 corporate legal department with extensive experience in general corporate support. 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 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 at all times 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.
District of Columbia Salary Range
$90,000—$140,000 USD
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 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.
When you submit an application, we collect certain personal information about you for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the position. For more information about our privacy practices, please visit our privacy policy at https://fgsglobal.com/privacy.
Candidates must be authorized to legally work in the United States and not require sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future.
