Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal

Position Description

At CGI, you will help power the integrity and evolution of a global organisation operating across more than 40 countries. As a Paralegal within our Corporate Legal team, you will play a central role in enabling strong governance, seamless entity management, and compliant growth, supporting high-value business outcomes. You will work at the heart of corporate decision-making, collaborating across legal, finance, and tax functions while taking ownership of critical processes. We foster an environment where initiative is valued, ideas are welcomed, and professionals are supported to develop, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on a global stage.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will take ownership of corporate governance and entity management activities across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, contributing to the smooth delivery of corporate transactions and regulatory obligations while helping maintain robust legal structures that support CGI's global operations.

You will also play a key role in improving processes and coordinating deliverables across teams, bringing a proactive and organised approach to managing competing priorities. With support from experienced colleagues, you will develop your expertise while contributing ideas that enhance how we operate.

Coordinate & Deliver corporate documentation for entity changes, including incorporations, reorganisations, and dissolutions
Maintain & Manage statutory records, filings, and governance documentation across jurisdictions
Support & Execute corporate transactions, including preparation of closing documentation and checklists
Collaborate & Align with legal, finance, tax teams, and external counsel globally
Respond & Resolve corporate maintenance queries and KYC information requests
Enhance & Optimise record-keeping processes and governance workflows

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

You will bring experience from a corporate legal or governance environment, ideally within an international setting, along with strong organisational skills and attention to detail. You are comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with global teams, and you demonstrate a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Experience in a corporate legal or governance role, ideally in an international environment
Strong understanding of corporate governance and multi-jurisdictional entity management
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and organisational capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Excellent written and spoken English
Fluency in Spanish and/or French (advantageous)
Legal qualification, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience (advantageous)

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.