Export Control​/Trade Compliance, Senior Advisor

Remote Work:
Hybrid

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Oversees and provides strategic guidance as well as ensure organizational compliance with global export regulations, including ITAR (International Traffic In Arms Regulations), EAR (Export Administration Regulations) and other relevant international trade laws. Develops, implements, and maintains export compliance programs, managing export licenses, conducting audits, and providing guidance to internal and external stakeholders. Requires a proactive approach to monitoring regulatory changes, mitigating risks, and ensuring seamless international trade operations.

• Export Compliance Program Management
  • Develops, implements, and oversees export compliance programs to adhere to applicable laws and regulations.
  • Drafts and updates export policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Monitors changes in export regulations and ensures organizational processes are updated accordingly.
  • Communicating applicable updates to stakeholders
  • Supports export control considerations for SaaS products, new acquisitions, and Letters of Assurance (LOAs)
• Product Strategy and Technology Classification
  • Working closely with product business units and other stakeholders to develop and refine the strategy on classification of products, technologies, and software under applicable export control regimes (e.g., EAR, EU dual-use regulations).
  • Identify licensing requirements for exports, validating assignment of product, software and technology Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and managing classification disputes.
  • Defining, verifying, and communicating the applicability of trade agreements (USMCA) and certifications under TAA/BAA that impact the import/export of goods, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and enabling preferential treatment where applicable.
• License Management and Regulatory Liaison
  • Prepares and submits export license applications (e.g., EAR, EU dual-use) to regulatory agencies.
  • Acts as a liaison with government agencies such as the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC).
  • Ensures timely approvals and maintain compliance with license conditions.
• Audits and Risk Assessments
  • Conducts internal and external compliance audits to identify and address non-compliance risks including third party screening programs.
  • Performs risk assessments related to export activities which includes analyzing, applying, and determining the impact of trade sanctions, embargoes
  • Reviewing / managing Restricted Parties List Screening (RPLS) to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and to develop corrective action plans.
• Employee Training and Awareness
  • Provides training and guidance to employees on export compliance requirements, including deemed exports, restricted party screening and licensing processes.
  • Develops training materials tailored to different organizational levels and functional areas.
• Counsel & Oversight
  • In collaboration with government relations team members, engaging governmental authorities for updates on trade policy.
  • Conducting periodic and systematic assessment of geopolitical, regulatory, and policy developments that may impact trade, compliance, and business operations.
  • Providing guidance and oversight to regional export control teams (EMEA & APAC) to ensure compliance with US regulations and alignment with local requirements.
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