Interim Customs and Trade Compliance Counsel

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group is seeking an Interim Customs and Trade Compliance Counsel.

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Interim Compliance Counsel to support our client with customs and trade compliance.

Company: Publicly-traded transportation and logistics company

Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience with the relevant regulations and including OFAC, EAR, ITAR and US CPB and other relevant regulations for outbound and inbound shipping.

Location: Remote, open to all 50 US states.

Responsibilities Include:

• Advise client’s internal screening teams responsible for compliance with OFAC sanctions, EAR, and ITAR regulations for outbound shipping.
• Advise client’s internal customs team responsible for ensuring compliance with US CBP HTS (harmonized tariff schedule) and other regulations for inbound shipments.
• Investigate flagged shipments, gather relevant facts, and make recommendations to internal stakeholders as needed.
• Monitor quickly changing regulatory landscape impacting trade and customs, review current policies and workflows, and provide updates as needed.

Qualifications Include:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with OFAC, EAR, ITAR, and US CBP regulations.
• Prior experience in an in-house legal department is preferred.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed recommendations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-faced, busy in-house environment.

Pay: $115 to $125 per hour, depending on relevant experience, background, and qualifications.

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.

Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

Job ID

: 224321