National Security and Global Trade Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate with 3–4 years of experience in U.S. sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, and national security matters in corporate and financial transactions.

You will collaborate with lawyers across teams on complex cross-border matters for multinational clients. The role emphasizes advising on compliance, policy drafting, and involvement in filings and investigations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in international trade, sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, or national security matters.
• Experience supporting transactions with trade or national security considerations.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction; JD from a accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. economic sanctions, including compliance counseling and risk assessments.
• Counsel on export controls under the EAR/ITAR.
• Support CFIUS and national security reviews, including filings.
• Conduct diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions related to trade and national security risks.
• Assist with internal investigations and responses to government inquiries.
• Collaborate with colleagues on multidisciplinary matters.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

J.D. (Law)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate to join its practice in Chicago, IL. This role is ideal for a 3rd-4th year associate with experience in U.S. economic sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, and national security issues in corporate and financial transactions. The successful candidate will collaborate with lawyers across various teams on complex, cross-border matters for multinational clients.

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. economic sanctions, including compliance counseling and risk assessments.
• Counsel on export controls under the Export Administration Regulations and International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
• Support CFIUS and national security reviews, including transaction structuring and preparation of filings.
• Conduct diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions related to trade and national security risks.
• Assist with internal investigations and responses to 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 supporting 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.