Global Trade Compliance Director & Counsel

Global Trade Compliance Director & Counsel

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited law school and an active member of at least one bar required. Law firm and in-house experience preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in international trade including extensive knowledge of handling imports and exports in accordance with foreign government regulations
• 6+ years within a global organization leading teams
• Experience reviewing transactions, identifying and addressing red flags
• Knowledge of restricted party and third-party screening tools
• Expert knowledge and understanding of global trade laws and regulations including those administered by CBP, BIS, OFAC, DDTC USTR or similar global regulatory agency requirements
• Ability to act as subject matter expert for due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions
• Strong working knowledge of commercial practices including accounting, finance, sales and marketing

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on and support the strategy, delivery, and evaluation of the trade compliance program and monitoring procedures to ensure compliance with rules and regulations
• Develop communications and training plans to ensure alignment with trade compliance governance processes
• Collaborate with operational leadership to develop required processes to ensure compliance in regulatory changes
• Assess impact of global import and export control law and regulations on nVent’s business
• Develop, deploy, and improve global trade compliance program and procedures that meet evolving regulatory changes
• Provide trade compliance training programs and appropriately identify and prioritize high-risk practices by country/region
• Work with nVent leadership to develop a communication strategy for global trade compliance program to increase visibility of the function within nVent and enhance employees’ understanding/awareness of trade compliance issues
• Conduct internal investigations of compliance issues, and government inquiries, and handle responses and resolution. Provide guidance and oversight to others leading investigations
• Monitor the global regulatory environment and develop a strategy for responding to new or amended litigation
• Manage a team of global compliance professionals, support the individuals’ professional development, and mentor staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with a global manufacturing company preferred
• Government relations experience focused on the trade agencies and committees (USTR, DOC, ITC, Senate Finance and Ways & Means) highly desirable but not required
• Experience working with Mexican maquiladora operations