Legal / Compliance Consultant - Trade Compliance, Export Control (Remote Working)

Axiom Law; Hong Kong; Remote; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development resources

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Trellis Group is seeking a Legal Consultant / Compliance Consultant experienced in Trade Compliance/Export Controls in Hong Kong. The successful candidate will provide ongoing support on global trade compliance, focusing on export controls, product classification, and licensing.

The ideal candidate should have 4-12+ years of experience in trade compliance, fluency in English and Mandarin, and the ability to communicate complex regulations effectively. The role offers a competitive compensation package, health benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 4–12+ years experience in global/regional trade compliance and export controls.
• Strong knowledge of Hong Kong and China/APAC regulations.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support on global trade compliance with a focus on export controls.
• Analyze and interpret complex trade regulations.
• Train and mentor trade compliance personnel across the region.

Skills

Trade compliance

Export controls

Product classification

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are currently seeking a Legal Consultant / Compliance Consultant experienced in Trade Compliance/Export Controls to provide ongoing support to our global client.

Key responsibilities

• Provide support on global trade compliance with a focus on export controls, product classification (ECCN), licensing, and permitting requirements
• Analyze and interpret complex trade regulations and apply them to business operations across APAC
• Support the regionalization of global trade compliance programs, including restricted party screening, customer due diligence, and end‑use/end‑user reviews
• Train, mentor, and support trade compliance personnel across Greater China and the broader APAC region

Minimum qualifications

• 4–12+ years experience in global/regional trade compliance and export controls, with strong knowledge of Hong Kong and China/APAC regulations, and a proven ability to turn complex rules into clear, practical guidance for the business
• Fluency in English and Mandarin, with strong analytical and communication skills to lead cross‑border projects, engage with senior stakeholders, and support high‑impact decision‑making
• Track record of building and regionalizing trade compliance programs and supervisory experience

Compensation, Benefits & Working Location

This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, CPF/MPF contributions and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid, depending on client requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital or civil partnership recognized by law, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at [e-mail] and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.