National Security and Global Trade Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a National Security and Global Trade Associate in Atlanta, GA. You will advise clients on U.S. sanctions, export controls, and CFIUS matters, collaborating across practice groups on complex cross-border deals.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of related experience, strong drafting and analytical skills, and a JD with admission or eligibility to practice. The role involves handling multiple matters in a fast-paced environment and contributing to multinational

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of relevant experience in international trade, sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, or national security matters.
• Experience with transactions involving trade or national security considerations.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication abilities.
• JD from an accredited law school; admission to practice or eligibility in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. economic sanctions and compliance issues.
• Counsel on export controls under EAR and ITAR.
• Support CFIUS and national security reviews, including structuring and filings.
• Conduct diligence on sanctions, export control, and national security in strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions.
• Assist with internal investigations and government inquiries.
• Collaborate with colleagues on multidisciplinary matters.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will have experience advising on U.S. economic sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, and national security issues in corporate and financial transactions. This role involves collaboration with various practice groups on complex, cross-border matters for multinational clients.

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. economic sanctions, including compliance and enforcement issues.
• Counsel on export controls under EAR and ITAR.
• Support CFIUS and national security reviews, including transaction structuring and filings.
• Conduct diligence on sanctions, export control, and national security in strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions.
• Assist with internal investigations and government inquiries.
• Collaborate with colleagues on multidisciplinary matters.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in international trade, sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, or national security matters.
• Experience with transactions involving trade or national security considerations.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Admission to practice (or eligibility for admission) in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Education: JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and good business judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.