International Trade Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Perkins Coie LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a midlevel associate for its International Trade practice. This role focuses on US Export Controls, Tariffs, and CFIUS matters within a collaborative firm culture. Fluency in Mandarin is a plus, and 2–3 years of relevant experience is expected.

The position offers a discretionary bonus, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. Compensation ranges from $235,000 to $365,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in export controls and/or customs law.
• Experience with OFAC sanctions and trade remedy investigations is preferred.
• Mandarin Chinese language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and expand the US Export Controls, Tariffs, and CFIUS practice.
• Advise on export controls and customs matters for clients.
• Collaborate with teams across the firm.

Skills

Export controls

Customs law

International trade

Mandarin Chinese

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Description:

One of Fortune's Best Places to Work, Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking a midlevel associate for its International Trade practice. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect. This is an opportunity to support and expand the US Export Controls, Tariffs, and CFIUS practice.

Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese is a plus. Candidates should have at least two to three years of experience in one or both of the following subject matter areas: export controls administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls; customs law, including entry, classification and valuation, and other matters within the jurisdiction of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Additional subject matter experience with economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control and/or trade remedy investigations under U.S. antidumping and countervailing duty and safeguard laws is preferred.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits.

Compensation range: $235,000 to $365,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.

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