Associate General Counsel, Global Compliance (Trade Compliance)

• Provides legal guidance on and solutions to global Trade Compliance matters, including export controls, deemed exports, sanctions and embargos, anti-boycott laws, product classifications, export licensing, product diversion, global trade contract provisions, and customs and import-related matters in support of global operations
• Partners with Coherent's Global Trade Compliance Operations Team to develop innovative strategies to address and manage shifts in Trade Compliance risk, including changes in trade policy - and law - across jurisdictions where Coherent operates (NA, EMEA, and APAC)
• Conducts trade-related investigations and supports issue mitigation and resolutions
• Develops new ideas and methods to effectively address legal issues and mitigate Trade Compliance risk
• Identifies and resolves complex legal issues requiring in-depth analysis, specialized knowledge, and sound judgment
• Manages and contributes to mission-critical, multifaceted projects, including transactions
• Balances Company business interests with fiduciary responsibility
• Conducts and manages M&A Trade Compliance due diligence
• Interacts with partners, suppliers, customers, industry organizations and other regulatory bodies as needed
• Coordinates with other global functions and business units on global trade policy and advocacy matters
• Manages outside trade counsel

• A Juris Doctor Degree (JD) and admitted to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. state or the District of Columbia
• Preferred 12-plus years of legal experience as in-house counsel or in an attorney/management consultant position at a Big 4, but relevant law firm or government agency experience will be considered
• Preferred experience providing global trade-related legal advice at an international company in the semiconductor or tech industry
• Extensive experience with U.S. trade controls (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, Customs), as well as other international trade control regimes
• Significant experience managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment

• Strong verbal and written communication skills coupled with the ability to actively listen
• Ability to collaborate with others and work cross-functionally
• Ability to effectively network and build relationships across all locations and levels of and positions within the organization
• Ability to quickly understand organization and how it functions in order to apply that understanding to projects and assignments
• A self-starter who proactively identifies opportunities to improve business and operational processes/procedures with innovative solutions
• Demonstrated sound judgement and independent decision-making
• Ability to effectively navigate conflict and effectively resolve issues
• Availability to speak with colleagues in international time zones is required
• Ability to maintain trust and confidentiality.

• Ability to work full-time during core business hours in a remote (home-office) or in-office setting
• Ability to work extended hours (early morning, evening , or weekend), when necessary
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, when necessary

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Coherent Corp. seeks an experienced Trade Compliance attorney to serve as the lead trade compliant attorney for the global organization and to manage Coherent's trade-related legal matters. The attorney will also serve as partner and legal advisor to internal clients across the Company, including the Global Trade Compliance Team, other in-house counsel, and Company leadership. This position reports directly to the General Counsel, Global Compliance. The Trade Compliance attorney will work with others in designing and implementing Trade Compliance solutions across the company, driving trade-related investigations and resolutions, advising on customs matters and requirements, and interacting with regulators.This position may be fully remote or located at one of Coherent's offices in the U.S.