37 applicants

Company

Acuity Brands · 5 hours ago

Counsel, Trade Compliance

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$131K/yr - $236K/yr

8+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the global trade compliance program to ensure the Company is in compliance with all applicable trade laws and regulations, including international export control laws and regulations

Continually analyze evolving trade laws and regulations and their impact on strategy and operations, including export controls, deemed exports, sanctions and embargos, anti-boycott laws, product classifications, export licensing, product diversion, global trade contract provisions, and customs and import-related matters

Own and manage the restricted party screening processes and technology, addressing and mitigating issues as they arise

Develop and deliver legal compliance training on global trade requirements, proposed rules or legislation, and new government programs and requirements

Manage trade compliance issues relating to outside service providers, including freight forwarders

Lead compliance analysis and efforts around classification, value, and country of origin, as well as, analyze and respond to external audits and inquiries

Assist in due diligence of potential acquisitions and potential remediation/integration activities after acquisition

Qualification

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Global trade complianceU.S. trade controlsMexico's IMMEX programCustoms regulationsTrade compliance trainingLegal compliance analysisIndependent thinkingStakeholder management

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from a US accredited law school and admitted to practice in at least one US state

8-10 years of experience

Proven ability to provide thoughtful and clear guidance to a variety of stakeholders, translating complex information into practical guidance

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while developing collaborative relationships at all levels and departments in ways that enhance understanding, respect, cooperation, and problem solving

High level of interpersonal skills, communication skills, mature judgment, emotional intelligence, and independent thinking

Demonstrated experience with U.S. trade controls (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, Customs), as well as other global trade control regimes

Solid knowledge and experience with import and export requirements under Mexico's IMMEX program

Direct experience handling matters with federal agencies that regulate customs/trade

Experience in advising multinational businesses on trade compliance matters, including US export controls, imports/customs, sanctions and compliance program development

Preferred

5+ years with responsibility for global trade compliance as in-house counsel or equivalent law firm or government agency experience

Company

Acuity Brands

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Acuity Brands is a market industrial technology company that provides lighting and building management solutions.

Founded in 1898

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

10,001+ employees

http://www.acuitybrands.com

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