General Dynamics Land Systems · 1 day ago
Assistant General Counsel, International Trade & Regulatory Matters
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGeneral Dynamics Land Systems is committed to supporting their customers by developing innovative solutions. The Assistant General Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance for international business activities, focusing on trade and regulatory compliance, while collaborating with various functions to manage legal risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws.
National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingMilitary
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted legal advisor, supporting GDLS's global business activities by identifying and managing legal and compliance risks, with a focus on international trade compliance and anti-bribery/anti-corruption regulations
Provide timely, clear legal advice on complex regulatory matters, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international trade laws and regulations, including the EAR, ITAR, ATF, CBP, FCPA, OFAC, sanctions programs, and other import/export laws
Advise on and support the preparation of strategic export licenses, regulatory filings and government agency correspondence
Collaborate with a global team of trade compliance professionals and cross-functional business teams (e.g., Legal, Finance, HR, Engineering, IT, Security, Supply Chain, Business Development, Contracts and Programs) to align compliance processes with business goals
Support trade and regulatory compliance initiatives for continuous improvement by: Implementing technology tools to enhance operations. Conducting compliance assurance and risk assessments. Developing and delivering risk-based training and communications. Leading projects to improve efficiency and value contribution
Foster a culture of trade compliance and ethics while addressing emerging risk areas
Support additional legal projects as needed, including commercial contracts, vendor agreements and general corporate matters
Travel occasionally to GDLS sites for stakeholder engagement, training and process improvement
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the United States
7+ years of experience advising multinational businesses on legal trade compliance matters, including U.S. export controls and sanctions programs
Experience in advising on complex trade and regulatory compliance matters
Strategic thought leader with business acumen and ability to make good decisions based on sound judgment
Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills, most importantly the ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear business terms
Strong presentation skills
Expertise in U.S. export/import and sanctions regulations
Knowledge of import compliance including Country of Origin determinations, valuation and HTS classifications, and tariff programs
Experience in managing outside counsel and budgets
Experience in working, managing and driving multi-functional projects to completion
Strong people and management skills
Preferred
Licensed customs broker
Defense industry experience
Experience with European and Middle East markets
Experience and knowledge of various compliance and risk areas such as anti-corruption, fraud, sanctions, antitrust, privacy/data protection, conflicts of interest, third-party risk, and whistleblower processes
Experience in establishing business operations in new jurisdictions
Familiarity with the U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
Benefits
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%).
Educational Assistance.
9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
GDLS specializes in the design, development, production, support, and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Massimilla
Global Vice President of Engineering, Design and Technology
Recent News
2025-12-31
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