Global Trade Compliance Director - Lead Export Controls (Remote)

Arrow Electronics; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 205,000 - 303,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrow Electronics is seeking a Legal Director, Global Trade Compliance Counsel to provide expert guidance on U.S. and international trade laws, including import/export controls and sanctions.

The role leads Arrow's global trade compliance organization and advises on licensing, classifications, and compliance programs across our worldwide operations. The position requires at least five years of experience in export control matters, a J.D., and active bar admission.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in U.S. export control laws, embargoes, sanctions, or anti-boycott requirements at a law firm or multinational company.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.

Responsibilities

• Monitor U.S. and foreign export regulations and assess applicability to Arrow.
• Provide legal counsel on sanctions regimes, HTS, customs regulations, NAFTA, and related processes.
• Advise on export licensing, authorizations, and license applications.
• Guide on classifications, advisory opinions, and export compliance documents.
• Communicate risk and provide clear legal guidance to internal clients.
• Collaborate with business units and external counsel to ensure compliance worldwide.
• Review contracts for trade compliance terms.
• Lead a large global trade compliance team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Change leadership

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

State bar membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Arrow Electronics is seeking a Legal Director, Global Trade Compliance Counsel to provide expert guidance on U.S. and international trade laws, including import/export controls and sanctions.

The role leads Arrow's global trade compliance organization and advises on licensing, classifications, and compliance programs across our worldwide operations. The position requires at least five years of experience in export control matters, a J.D., and active bar admission.