Global Trade Compliance Counsel - Temp Coverage Atty - through July 2026

Job Posting Title: Legal Consultant - IIIDescription: Leave Coverage AttorneyRate: $80 per hour; 40 hours per week; April through July 2026Hybrid: 3 days a week in our DC office (likely T, W, and Thurs)Role SummaryWe are seeking an attorney to join our client's compliance team on a short-term basis as Global Trade Compliance Counsel. This role will advise on global trade controls and sanctions and will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance with U.S., EU, and UK regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and a practical approach to complex regulatory questions.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and negotiate trade compliance provisions in commercial agreements, including NDAs, with a focus on risk mitigation and operational clarity.Advise on procedures for screening customers, vendors, and counterparties against restricted and denied party lists.Evaluate and approve outbound payments involving higher-risk jurisdictions, ensuring controls align with sanctions considerations.Provide clear, actionable guidance on U.S., EU, and UK trade and sanctions laws and regulations.Advise on deemed export and re-export controls, including technology transfers.Coordinate and respond to Know Your Customer (KYC) and due diligence questionnaires from financial institutions and counterparties.Interpret and apply the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to business operations and transactions.Advise on economic sanctions, embargoes, and related restrictions, including licensing and exceptions.Triage and resolve complex, time-sensitive trade compliance issues, escalating and partnering with stakeholders as needed.Qualifications6+ years of experience in trade compliance, export controls, and sanctions within a law firm or in-house environment.Strong knowledge of EAR, ITAR, OFAC sanctions, and relevant EU/UK regimes.Experience with screening tools, internal controls, and escalation frameworks.Exceptional drafting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr