Atlanta-based Senior Export Compliance Counsel

Mercedes-Benz Vans; California; On-site; USD 194,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development North America, Inc. is seeking a senior Export Compliance Counsel to lead the company’s export control program, focusing on EAR regulations and product classification for software and technology.

The role requires a JD, U.S. bar admission, and 7+ years of trade compliance experience. On-site in Atlanta, GA, with potential domestic travel; visa sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in trade compliance focusing on U.S. export controls.
• JD from accredited U.S. law school and bar admission.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to advise executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Advise on EAR compliance and classification for software, encryption, and technology.
• Manage export control program, including licensing, recordkeeping, audits, and training.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, HR, IT and other stakeholders to ensure compliant workflows.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder comms

Project management

Legal research

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Jira

Job description

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development North America, Inc. is seeking a senior Export Compliance Counsel to lead the company’s export control program, focusing on EAR regulations and product classification for software and technology.

The role requires a JD, U.S. bar admission, and 7+ years of trade compliance experience. On-site in Atlanta, GA, with potential domestic travel; visa sponsorship not provided.