DHL · 2 months ago
Attorney - Customs & Regulatory Affairs Law
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $210K/yr
10+ years expDHL is a leading logistics company seeking an Attorney to shape regulatory strategy and compliance across its operations in the United States. The role involves providing legal support related to customs law, trade regulations, and compliance initiatives while representing DHL before government agencies.
Courier ServiceDelivery ServiceLocal BusinessLogisticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Advise senior leaders across business units on United States trade laws, customs regulations, and government contracting requirements
Lead internal investigations, regulatory strategy, and compliance initiatives across all business units with a United States nexus
Represent DHL before United States government agencies including Customs and Border Protection, Transportation Security Administration, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of Transportation, and others
Drive customs compliance policy and contribute to global customs governance through the DHL Group Customs Committee
Select and manage outside legal counsel for major investigations and regulatory matters
Monitor customs teams, identify risks, and implement corrective action plans
Support the implementation and evolution of the DHL Group Customs Compliance Manual and related guidance
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
At least 10 years of legal experience, including significant exposure to United States customs and import law
Background in law firms advising clients in trade or transportation
In-house legal experience in logistics or supply chain preferred
Deep understanding of United States Customs and Border Protection regulations
Familiarity with Transportation Security Administration, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and other regulatory bodies
Experience managing or contributing to internal investigations and compliance metrics
Strong ability to advise and influence senior executives and cross-functional teams
Willingness to engage with international teams and learn trade laws in key markets such as Canada, Mexico, and Brazil
Benefits
Competitive Base Salary ($180,000 – $210,000)
Annual Bonus and Incentive Programs
Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off (Starting at 4 Weeks)
Paid Parental and Family Leave
Employee Discount Programs
Well-being and Mental Health Support
Company
DHL
DHL provides international express mail services including logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.4MKey Investors
Catena
2019-12-20Corporate Round· $3.4M
Leadership Team
Ken Lee
CEO, DHL Express Asia Pacific
Malcolm Monteiro
CEO - Asia Pacific
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