Compliance Counsel

MAM Gruppe; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading legal services firm in Michigan is looking for a Compliance Counsel to oversee U.S. legal and regulatory compliance within multiple business functions. The role requires a JD and at least 5 years of legal experience, focusing on trade regulations and compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of U.S. trade laws. This full-time position offers competitive salary and professional growth within a global team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience, including 3+ in compliance, trade, or regulatory law.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. trade laws and customs.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor federal and state regulatory changes.
• Advise on U.S. import/export laws and tariffs.
• Develop compliance policies aligned with global standards.
• Deliver training on trade compliance and supply chain transparency.

Skills

Legal compliance expertise

Trade regulations knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Our client seeks a Compliance Counsel to oversee U.S. legal and regulatory compliance, track legislative changes, manage trade compliance and tariffs, and advise on risk. The role spans multiple business functions, with emphasis on import/export controls, trade regulations, industrial policy, and environmental and energy law.

Responsibilities

• Monitor federal and state regulatory changes; provide updates and risk analyses to leadership.
• Advise on U.S. import/export laws (EAR, ITAR, customs), tariffs, trade remedies, and product classifications.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies aligned with global standards.
• Deliver training on anti-corruption, sanctions, trade compliance, and supply chain transparency.
• Conduct audits, investigations, and advise on antitrust/competition matters.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external counsel, and global colleagues to resolve issues and align practices.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school; active U.S. state bar (eligible under Michigan in-house counsel rules).
• 5+ years’ legal experience, including 3+ in compliance, trade, or regulatory law.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. trade laws, customs, and industrial policy (IRA, CHIPS Act, Buy American Act).
• Manufacturing, energy, or automotive sector experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and in teams.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Professional growth within a global legal team.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting