Director, Assistant General Counsel - International Trade Compliance

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Assistant General Counsel – International Trade Compliance based in the United States. The Director, Assistant General Counsel – International Trade Compliance will lead the development and continuous improvement of a global trade compliance program across a complex international manufacturing and supply chain environment. This senior legal leadership role covers sanctions, export controls, customs, tariffs, and other international trade regulations. The successful candidate will establish governance frameworks, strengthen risk controls, and ensure consistent compliance practices across global operations. Working closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, they will translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions. The role also oversees investigations, regulatory engagement, audits, and strategic risk assessments. It offers the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide compliance standards while supporting responsible business growth and operational continuity. Accountabilities Responsibilities The Director will provide strategic legal guidance and enterprise leadership for international trade compliance, ensuring regulatory obligations are embedded into business processes and consistently managed across regions. Key responsibilities include: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the global international trade compliance program, including governance structures, operating standards, escalation pathways, and accountability frameworks. Serve as the internal legal subject matter expert on international trade regulations affecting global manufacturing and supply chain activities, including sanctions, export controls, customs, tariffs, and anti-dumping and countervailing duties. Design, maintain, and oversee trade compliance policies, procedures, manuals, playbooks, risk controls, and technology solutions across global operations. Identify, investigate, escalate, and remediate potential compliance issues while implementing corrective actions and preventive measures. Develop and deliver role-based, risk-based compliance training for executives and teams across commercial operations, procurement, logistics, finance, supply chain, and manufacturing. Lead investigations into potential trade compliance violations and manage disclosures, submissions, and engagement with U.S. and international government authorities, including coordination with external legal counsel. Monitor regulatory developments and advise business stakeholders on the implications of changes to trade laws, tariffs, sanctions, export controls, and restricted-party requirements. Lead or oversee global trade compliance risk assessments, internal audits, remediation plans, and continuous improvement initiatives. Establish and monitor compliance metrics and KPIs, providing leadership with clear reporting on risks, trends, program effectiveness, and remediation progress. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Finance, Tax, Commercial, Government Affairs, and regional leadership to integrate compliance into end-to-end business processes. Provide legal support for strategic transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures, as well as review contracts and commercial arrangements involving trade compliance obligations. Requirements The ideal candidate will combine substantial legal experience with deep expertise in international trade regulations, proven program leadership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders in a complex global organization. Required qualifications include: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. At least 10 years of progressive experience in international trade compliance. Demonstrated expertise in anti-dumping and counter…

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