Description:
Job Description Summary:- The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team is responsible for the compliant execution of global export controls and sanctions laws and regulations. The successful candidate will report to the Senior
- Director and Counsel, ITC, and work closely within the ITC team and GEA programs/functions to compliantly apply international trade laws and regulations to support and drive international business.
- Consistent with the role of the ITC team, the primary tasks of Senior Counsel, ITC include, but are not necessarily limited to.
Job Description:
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Conduct investigations into potential non-compliance and draft disclosures to government agencies in the U.S. and abroad and support administration and tracking of ongoing matters.
- Draft policies and procedures and support development and deployment of policies, procedures, tools, and other infrastructure within ITC and within the business.
- Monitor proposed laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements on GEA's business strategy.
- Collaborate with ITC Leadership and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
- Participate in relevant trade compliance associations and industry group discussions.
- Support engagement and communication with government officials, as required.
- Support implementation of robust compliance systems and IT tools to enhance trade compliance; and undertake special projects and support other compliance program continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school and must be a member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.
- A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in International Trade Compliance or other relevant regulatory areas.
Desired Characteristics:
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
- Commitment to compliance and integrity.
- Ability to collaborate among all levels of the ITC organization and business.
- Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders.
- Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Excellent customer relationship, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently