Senior Analyst

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 opportunities Paid company holidays and leave benefits Employee wellness and support resources #J-18808-Ljbffr Forward Global