Global Trade Compliance & Sanctions Expert

Legal.io; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal.io is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance and Sanctions Specialist to support its global trade and sanctions compliance program. The role focuses on U.S.

export controls, import regulations, and OFAC sanctions, ensuring compliance across operations and supply chains. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with EAR, ITAR, and OFAC, and will work with business teams to implement risk-based controls, assist with licensing, and maintain policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Export Controls, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in trade compliance, sanctions, export/import management, international trade, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of U.S. trade and sanctions regulations, including EAR, ITAR, OFAC and U.S. import regulations.
• Experience with export licensing, product classification, sanctions screening, and trade compliance controls.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to document findings and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with trade compliance or sanctions-screening systems.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support global trade compliance activities, including import/export operations, product classification, third-party due diligence, sanctions screening, and policy implementation.
• Implement and monitor risk-based compliance controls across import, export, and supply chain activities.
• Assist with internal and external audits, compliance testing, investigations, and risk assessments.
• Advise business teams on EAR and ITAR licensing requirements and prepare draft export license applications, technology control plans, and supporting documentation.
• Research and analyze trade compliance and sanctions issues, providing practical recommendations and escalating complex or high-risk matters when appropriate.
• Conduct product and transaction classification reviews, including export jurisdiction, USML, CCL, Schedule B, and HTS classifications.
• Support sanctions screening and transaction-related compliance reviews.
• Maintain trade compliance policies, procedures, records, and training materials.
• Support the evaluation and maintenance of compliance systems, screening tools, and process automation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to communicate regulatory requirements, provide informal training, and strengthen compliance practices.

Skills

EAR/ITAR knowledge

OFAC compliance

Sanctions screening

Trade compliance

Licensing support

Regulatory research

Audits & testing

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's in international trade

Tools

Microsoft Office

Compliance systems

Job description

Legal.io is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance and Sanctions Specialist to support its global trade and sanctions compliance program. The role focuses on U.S.

export controls, import regulations, and OFAC sanctions, ensuring compliance across operations and supply chains. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with EAR, ITAR, and OFAC, and will work with business teams to implement risk-based controls, assist with licensing, and maintain policies and procedures.