Senior Trade Compliance Consultant

Senior Trade Compliance Consultant

Our client, a well-established industry leader in advanced networking and electronic solutions, is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Consultant to support their international compliance program. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-level global trade strategy and execution, helping ensure compliance with complex export and import regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

As part of a cross-functional team, you will guide regulatory alignment and improve the organization’s compliance posture. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in U.S. and international trade compliance and a consultative mindset, capable of tackling strategic projects and mentoring internal staff.

Note: This is a Contract position.

This Role Offers:

Influence global trade compliance initiatives and provide expert guidance on high-impact decisions.

Work from anywhere in the U.S., with a preference for candidates near the Chicago metro area.

Be part of a mission-critical compliance team that ensures business continuity in highly regulated markets.

Exceptional consultants may be considered for full-time conversion.

Focus:

Lead strategic projects related to export and import compliance, including licensing, classification, and regulatory assessments.

Provide expert-level guidance on trade regulations such as EAR, ITAR, CBP, and OFAC.

Develop, enhance, and maintain internal control processes (ICP), procedures, and compliance documentation.

Oversee the preparation and submission of export license applications, ensuring alignment with U.S. BIS regulations and equivalent authorities abroad.

Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support compliant international shipping operations.

Perform product classification and determine country of origin using HTS, ECCN, and other regulatory tools.

Ensure proper application of export control rules to technical data, hardware, and software transactions globally.

Support voluntary self-disclosure initiatives and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Deliver targeted trade compliance training to cross-functional stakeholders.

Act as a subject matter expert (SME) on key compliance topics, including global encryption controls and multi-country licensing strategies.

Skill Set:

Must-Have Experience:

7+ years of experience in trade compliance or global logistics compliance.

Direct experience with trade licensing (BIS/SNAP-R and international equivalents).

Strong command of export control regimes and product classification frameworks, including ECCN, HTS, and Schedule B codes.

Demonstrated success developing and managing internal control programs (ICP/SOPs).

Deep understanding of export controls as they apply to telecommunications and electronics products.

Skilled at communicating with legal, executive, and technical stakeholders.

Prior experience supporting global operations, including EU and APAC regions.

Preferred Background:

Industry exposure in telecommunications, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing.

Familiarity with product development environments and technical documentation.

Hands-on work with global trade software (Amber Road or similar).

Previous collaboration with legal teams or external counsel in compliance-related matters.

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