International Trade Analyst (KYC)

Crowell & Moring; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Back-up childcare

Wellness programs

Cultural events

Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP is seeking an International Trade Analyst to perform KYC counterparty due diligence, sanctions screening, and AML risk assessments. The role includes supporting facility clearance processes and CFIUS filings, working with global trade attorneys, and engaging with clients and government stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar KYC/compliance role, familiarity with export control regulations, and strong written and verbal communication skills. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field or with relevant work experience.
• 2+ years in KYC, sanctions screening, or related compliance roles preferred.
• Eligibility as U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR is required.
• Experience with DCSA, CFIUS filings, or facility clearance is a plus.
• Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead due diligence for clients and counterparties, including KYC and sanctions screening.
• Prepare documentation for facility clearance and CFIUS filings.
• Collaborate with U.S., EU, and UK trade attorneys to support client needs.
• Identify red flags related to AML, bribery, or financial crime risks.
• Engage with clients, vendors, and government personnel as needed.

Skills

Client service

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree (Intl Affairs / Intl Business / Economics)

Tools

World-Check

Visual Compliance

Dow Jones

Moody’s Compliance Catalyst

D&B Risk Analytics

Job description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for representing Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Crowell & Moring, exceptional client service begins with exceptional people. We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and professional service to our clients and to one another, while continuously elevating standards of excellence across every aspect of our work.

Job Summary

The International Trade Analyst’s substantive focus will involve matters related to “Know Your Customer” (“KYC”) counterparty due diligence. This includes (a) research to identify beneficial ownership, (b) screening of all counterparties against economic sanctions (including, but not limited to those administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and other denied party lists, and (c) broader transactional reviews to identify any other potential red flags related to economic sanctions, anti-money laundering (“AML”), corruption, bribery, or other financial crime risks. A secondary focus will be supporting Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (“DCSA”) facility clearance processes and Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”) filings.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves a primary role in the firm’s internal and external due diligence function.
• Conducts sanctions screening of clients, counterparties, and transactions using internal and external databases for potential economic sanctions or export-related risks, other “red flags,” and to determine beneficial ownership.
• Investigates non-obvious false positives and true positive hits and escalates for further review and approval.
• Conducts foreign investment analyses and assists attorneys with risk assessments.
• Prepares supporting documentation for facility clearance packages and CFIUS filings, including legal structure charts and standardized corporate forms.
• Works daily with U.S., EU, and UK trade attorneys to support their client-facing needs.
• Under the direction of attorneys, interacts regularly with clients, vendors, and government agency employees.
• Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to provide quality client service for both internal and external contacts, regarding matters of a complex nature. Requires patience, creativity and discretion.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS suite to produce quality written communications such as memos, spreadsheets, slides, and standard work documents.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a productive and committed work effort, meeting deadlines and managing workload.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.

Education

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, International Business, Economics, or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree in another field but with at least one year of the type of work noted in the Experience section.

Special Requirement

This position requires access to export controlled information and eligible candidates must meet the definition of U.S. Person at

• 120.62 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Part 772 of the Export Administration Regulations.

Experience

It is preferred that the candidate has at least two years of experience with the following:

• A similar KYC role, work related to DCSA facility clearance processes and/or CFIUS filings, or an assistant facility security officer.
• Expertise with compliance related software applications (e.g., World Check, Visual Compliance, Dow Jones, Moody’s Compliance Catalyst, Dun & Bradstreet Risk Analytics, etc.).
• At least a secret clearance preferred.
• Russian and/or Mandarin language skills strongly preferred.
• The position title - Analyst, Senior Analyst or Specialist - will align with years of directly related experience during which knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position were attained.

Pay Range

• Analyst - $75,000 - $85,000
• Sr Analyst - $95,000 - $115,000
• Specialist - $125,000 - $140,000

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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