National Security and Global Trade Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate for its New York City office. The candidate will advise on U.S.

economic sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, and national security matters in corporate and financial transactions, collaborating with cross‑functional teams on cross‑border matters for multinational clients. Requirements include 3–4 years of relevant experience, admission to practice in the appropriate U.S.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in international trade, sanctions, export controls, 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 in the jurisdiction.
• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sanctions, export controls, and national security matters in transactions.
• Counsel on regulatory compliance and risk assessments.
• Draft and negotiate contractual provisions and policies.
• Support cross-border deal structuring and filings.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across practice groups.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Research and analysis

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

JD (US law)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate to join its practice in New York City, NY. 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 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 EAR and ITAR regulations.
• 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, 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 in the relevant jurisdiction.
• EducationJD 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.