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Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Parsons Oman

United States

Remote

USD 86,000 - 152,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Specialist to join its innovative team. This remote position involves ensuring compliance with U.S. trade regulations, providing guidance on complex trade situations, and maintaining relationships with government entities. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in International Business and extensive experience in trade compliance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Flexible work schedules
Paid time off
Life insurance
Holidays

Qualifications

  • At least 8 years of experience in U.S. trade compliance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
  • Experience interacting with government agencies in a trade compliance context.

Responsibilities

  • Support the company’s trade compliance program.
  • Provide expert guidance on compliance with trade regulations.
  • Conduct and manage Restricted Party Screening and authorizations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. export control laws
Expert knowledge of international trade regulations
Analytical skills
Interpersonal skills
Negotiation skills
Leadership skills
Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business or related field
Master's Degree in International Trade or related field

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Opportunity

Parsons is looking for trade compliance specialist, senior, to join its team of innovators that strive to deliver a positive and engaging employee experience. Parsons is routinely listed as a top employer. In this role, you will support the company’s trade compliance program in complying with regulations, assessing risk, providing expert guidance on complex trade situations, managing projects, initiatives and processes and in developing, implementing, and enforcing numerous aspects of Parsons’ policies and procedures.

The position is remote/virtual with preference for candidates in the Eastern region of the US.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Be a strategic thinker, self-starter, and able to build amicable relationships across business units including business and product development, project management, and supply chain in federal and non-federal markets to ensure compliance with foreign and domestic trade regulations.

  • Provide expert guidance on foreign and domestic trade compliance, including sanctions and free trade agreements.

  • Participate in investigations involving suspected trade compliance violations.

  • Ensure Parsons’ growing list of products are trade compliant in every manner: concept, development, access, labelling, marketing, sales, exports, etc.

  • Assist with vetting business partners, reviewing documents, and various other activities in support of Parsons’ overall trade compliance.

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with U.S. government entities that have jurisdiction over trade compliance.

  • Determining the jurisdiction and classification Reviewing a variety of internal and external documents, e.g., presentations, white papers, marketing materials, to ensure compliant use and dissemination of export controlled data.

  • Conduct and manage Restricted Party Screening, authorizations, licensing, travel assessments, and jurisdiction/classification activities for Parsons’ products, information, and services:

    • making in-house determinations;

    • submitting requests for CJs and CCATS;

    • correcting / updating previous jurisdiction and classification determinations;

    • assisting in strategic product development and reconfiguration; and

    • maintaining detailed records related to jurisdiction and classification.

  • Identifies training gaps; develops and facilitates training on trade compliance matters.

  • May mentor and lead others in work processes.

  • Support efforts to ensure compliant travel to include Visa Attestations

  • Assist with M&A activity.

  • • Identifies opportunities to streamline trade operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.• Maintains relevant data and records, reporting findings to leadership and business partners.• Significantly contributes to strategy development and implementation for trade compliance.• Monitors regulations on trade compliance requirements, pending legislation, and industry trends.

  • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree in International Business or related field.

  • At least 8 years of experience in U.S. trade compliance or related area (ideally in defense and technology industries)

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

  • Strong, demonstrated general knowledge of U.S. export control laws, regulations, and other sources of U.S. trade compliance requirements.

  • Strong, demonstrated knowledge of jurisdiction and classification determinations, especially as applies to military and cyber items / technical data / services.

  • Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies in a trade compliance context.

  • Experience using systems that are specific to various U.S. government agencies, e.g., DECCS, SNAP-R, ACE/AES, etc.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

  • Master’s Degree in International Trade or related field.

  • Experience with and understanding of:

    • Contracting with the US DoD.

    • Transacting with defense contractors.

    • Foreign Military Sales Program; and

    • FAR, DFAR, DEARS, and similar regulations.

  • Experience with automated tools applicable to trade compliance authorization management systems, vetting tools, etc.

  • Knowledge of U.S. import compliance requirements.

  • Knowledge of non-U.S. trade compliance requirements.

  • Expert knowledge of international trade and custom regulations, specifically import/export operations

  • Strong knowledge of jurisdiction and classification determinations, particularly as it applies to military and cyber technical services

  • Expert knowledge and understanding of auditing methodologies and best practices

  • Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies (in a trade compliance context)

  • Ability to drive multinational trade compliance plans, programs, and strategic initiatives successfully forward

  • Strong leadership and project management skills

  • Ability to mentor, train, and lead others in work processes

  • Exceptional communication and advocacy skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

  • Ability to work with global teams and in a cross-functional environment

  • Advanced research, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail

  • Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Corporate team.For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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