The Senior Paralegal - Subsidiary Management will play a critical role in supporting the legal department by managing the governance and compliance of the company’s domestic and international subsidiaries. This position will ensure adherence to corporate governance standards, maintain corporate records, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective subsidiary management. Based in Everett, WA and reporting to VP - Associate General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Fortive Corporation, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on operational excellence and legal compliance.
Responsibilities
- Corporate Governance and Compliance
- Maintain and update corporate records, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, minutes, and other key documents for domestic and international subsidiaries.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance standards related to subsidiary operations.
- Support the preparation and filing of annual reports, resolutions, and other regulatory filings for subsidiaries.
- Entity management
- Oversee the lifecycle of subsidiaries, including formation, dissolution, mergers, and name changes.
- Collaborate with external counsel and registered agents to manage filings, certifications, and other legal requirements for subsidiaries.
- Maintain a centralized database of subsidiary information, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Work closely with the finance, tax, and compliance teams to address entity-related needs and resolve issues.
- Support due diligence activities related to mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions other leg
- Process Improvement and Efficiency
- Develop and implement best practices for subsidiary governance and management processes.
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced compliance tracking.
- Stay informed on changes in corporate governance laws and regulations, advising the legal team on potential impacts.
- Public Board support
- Assist in organizing and posting board meeting materials.
- Manage the execution and retention of board and shareholder minutes.
Qualifications
- Education:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field required
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal, with a focus on subsidiary management and corporate governance.
- Familiarity with domestic and international entity management processes and compliance requirements.
- Skills:
- Proficiency with entity management software and tools (e.g., Diligent Entities, GEMS, or similar).
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a multinational corporation or law firm.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements in multiple jurisdictions.
- Knowledge of corporate secretarial practices and best practices for board governance.
- Notary Public
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About UsFortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About the TeamSkills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal
- Familiarity with domestic and international entity management processes
- Proficiency with entity management software and tools
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field
Fortive Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fortive and has not been reviewed or approved by Fortive.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is fully paid for 12 weeks for all parents, with fertility coverage via Progyny and generous adoption/surrogacy support. Backup child and adult care plus inclusive eligibility extend support across diverse family structures.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple PPO and HSA medical options include telemedicine and second-opinion services, alongside robust mental-health access through Spring Health with no‑cost therapy sessions. The breadth of medical and behavioral health resources is highlighted as a strength.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) provides a competitive employer match each pay period, with an additional company retirement contribution after one year of service. Financial wellness tools and an employee stock purchase plan further bolster long‑term savings.
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What We Do
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions. We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
