Global Trade Compliance Director

Prosum; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosum is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Counsel to provide strategic and legal guidance for the U.S. trade compliance program. The role covers EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and CBP compliance across jurisdictions where the company operates, including travel to global sites.

You will develop compliance programs, advise on licenses, and partner with Legal, Finance, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain to embed strong governance and risk management in operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years advising multinational businesses on legal trade compliance matters (U.S. export controls and sanctions).
• Deep expertise in U.S. export controls and sanctions regulations.
• Experience leading a trade compliance function for a multinational organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and legal guidance to ensure compliance with EAR, ITAR, OFAC, CBP, and related trade laws.
• Monitor regulatory developments and deliver timely guidance to mitigate risk.
• Lead drafting of strategic export licenses and regulatory filings.
• Oversee and mentor a global team of trade compliance professionals.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, HR, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Sales to build integrated compliance processes.
• Develop and maintain trade compliance policies and guidelines.
• Implement technology tools to streamline compliance operations.
• Direct continuous improvement and risk assessment activities for the program.
• Lead the development of the compliance roadmap and strategic planning.
• Travel to organizational sites to train stakeholders and improve processes.

Skills

Trade compliance

Regulatory interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy development

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Prosum is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Counsel to provide strategic and legal guidance for the U.S. trade compliance program. The role covers EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and CBP compliance across jurisdictions where the company operates, including travel to global sites.

You will develop compliance programs, advise on licenses, and partner with Legal, Finance, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain to embed strong governance and risk management in operations.