Global Customs Counsel — Drive Compliance & Strategy

CMA CGM; Courbevoie; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CMA CGM is seeking a Global Legal Counsel for Customs affairs in Courbevoie to lead master customs operations and ensure compliance across national and international processes. The role supports cross-functional teams, conducts regulatory intelligence, and manages customs-related reviews of contracts.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Customs law, at least 5 years in a global customs role, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Deep knowledge of international customs law and procedures.
• Strong analytical and regulatory intelligence skills to monitor changes.

Responsibilities

• Master customs operations by applying expertise to manage national and international processes.
• Support projects and teams, including contract reviews related to customs.
• Resolve disputes and drive process improvements in customs-related workflows.
• Interact daily with customs networks, legal teams, and business development to review clauses and ensure compliance.

Skills

English fluency

Customs regulations

Regulatory intelligence

Education

Master’s degree in Customs law

Job description

CMA CGM is seeking a Global Legal Counsel for Customs affairs in Courbevoie to lead master customs operations and ensure compliance across national and international processes. The role supports cross-functional teams, conducts regulatory intelligence, and manages customs-related reviews of contracts.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Customs law, at least 5 years in a global customs role, and fluent English.