Strategic Director, Global Trade & Customs Advisory

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton International Ltd seeks a strategic Director, Global Trade & Customs Advisory to drive growth, delivery excellence, and market positioning of the Global Trade practice. This role blends deep trade expertise with executive advisory, revenue generation, and leadership across multi-country programs.

Your day-to-day includes client advisory at the C-suite level, overseeing large-scale engagements, and developing talent within a matrixed organization to expand the firm’s trade

Qualifications

• Significant leadership and advisory experience at the executive level.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. and international customs and global trade regulations.
• Proven ability to drive revenue and growth in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex Global Trade & Customs Advisory engagements across multiple countries and workstreams.
• Provide strategic guidance on import/export compliance, tariff classifications, and duty optimization.
• Mentor and develop Global Trade professionals and collaborate with cross-functional leadership.

Skills

Executive communication

Client advisory

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Grant Thornton International Ltd seeks a strategic Director, Global Trade & Customs Advisory to drive growth, delivery excellence, and market positioning of the Global Trade practice. This role blends deep trade expertise with executive advisory, revenue generation, and leadership across multi-country programs.

Your day-to-day includes client advisory at the C-suite level, overseeing large-scale engagements, and developing talent within a matrixed organization to expand the firm’s trade