Europe Trade Compliance Leader (Hybrid, Relocation)

OpenAI, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking a Trade Compliance lead to build and run EU-wide programs for cross-border shipping, customs, imports and exports. You will partner with Legal, Tax and Finance to design compliant structures and scalable processes across Europe, while advancing AI-assisted decision making and risk controls.

The role requires hands-on execution, a track record of program-building, and the ability to navigate complex regulations with cross-functional teams. Hybrid work in Dublin is offered.

Qualifications

• Deep European customs expertise, including EU customs law, classification, valuation, origin and importer/exporter responsibilities.
• Experience building trade programs from the ground up with Legal and Tax.
• Direct experience managing hardware imports and bonded warehouse compliance across multiple European countries.
• Experience managing regulatory relationships and defending compliance programs in reviews or audits.
• Ability to investigate data and use AI tools; strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience leading work across internal teams and with suppliers on cross-border requirements.
• Degree or equivalent practical experience; strong communication and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Design compliant trading and supply-chain structures with Legal and Tax teams.
• Build the European trade compliance program and launch cross-border shipping routes.
• Own ongoing European import/export and returns operations, including customs warehousing when needed.
• Set and test compliance policies, maintain authorizations, and prepare for audits.
• Manage relationships with customs authorities and defend compliance positions.
• Use AI to improve trade analysis and document review, with human review retained.
• Leverage shipment and inventory data to assess processes and controls.

Skills

European customs

Build trade programs

Hardware imports

Regulatory relationships

AI data analysis

Cross-team leadership

Audit readiness

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

AI tools

ERP systems

Job description

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking a Trade Compliance lead to build and run EU-wide programs for cross-border shipping, customs, imports and exports. You will partner with Legal, Tax and Finance to design compliant structures and scalable processes across Europe, while advancing AI-assisted decision making and risk controls.

The role requires hands-on execution, a track record of program-building, and the ability to navigate complex regulations with cross-functional teams. Hybrid work in Dublin is offered.