National Security and Global Trade Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate for a Phoenix, AZ law firm. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of experience in sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, and related national security matters in transactions.

The role requires a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the relevant jurisdiction, and strong drafting, research, and communication skills to work across cross-border matters with multinational clients.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in international trade, sanctions, export controls, or national security.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 filing preparation.
• Conduct diligence on sanctions, export control, and national security in strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions related to trade risks.
• Assist with internal investigations and responses to government inquiries.
• Collaborate with colleagues on multidisciplinary matters.

Skills

Strong drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Research abilities

Ability to manage multiple matters

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a National Security and Global Trade Associate to join its practice in Phoenix, AZ. 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 legal 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 filing preparation.
• Conduct diligence on sanctions, export control, and national security in strategic transactions.
• Draft and review compliance policies and contractual provisions related to trade 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, 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.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of application.

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) retirement plan.