Legal Director, Global Trade Compliance Counsel

Arrow Components

. Provide subject matter expertise and legal advice to Arrow Electronics and its global trade compliance organization on U.S.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $204,800 - $302,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in U.S. and international trade compliance, including export control laws and regulations, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and provide strategic legal advice in a dynamic corporate environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

U.S. Export Control LawsTrade ComplianceJ.D. from Accredited Law SchoolActive State Bar MembershipMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Export LicensingSanctions RegimesHarmonized Tariff ScheduleCustoms Federal RegulationsCommodity ClassificationsAdvisory OpinionsInformed Compliance MethodsContract ReviewFAR and DFARS KnowledgeTrade Compliance Requirements

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingAnalytical AbilityProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationCollaboration and Influence

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership in U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Export RegulationsInternational Trade ComplianceMultinational CorporationDynamic EnvironmentMatrixed Corporate Structure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide subject matter expertise and legal advice to Arrow Electronics and its global trade compliance organization on U.S. and international trade laws.
Lead the global trade compliance organization and a large global team.
Monitor U.S. and foreign export regulations for applicability to Arrow.
Advise on sanctions regimes, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, NAFTA, entry processes, valuation, and informed compliance methods.
Advise on export licensing and other authorizations while coordinating compliant solutions with business leadership.
Provide guidance on State and Commerce Department export license applications, Commodity Jurisdictions, Advisory Opinions, Commodity Classifications, and other export compliance documents.
Respond to internal client requests and clearly communicate legal risks.
Collaborate with business units, Arrow legal colleagues, external counsel, and corporate departments on international trade compliance.
Counsel on trade issues, policies, procedures, training, and communications.
Review business contract terms and conditions concerning trade compliance.
Travel as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of five (5) years of combined experience in U.S. export control laws and regulations, embargoes, sanctions, denied parties and/or anti-boycott requirements at a law firm or in-house with a multinational corporation.
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
Viable candidates must be eligible for an export license or be a U.S. Person, including U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
Strategic thinking and ability to support strategic and complex management and product issues.
Analytical ability and proven problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to change and lead others in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate and influence effectively within a matrixed corporate structure.
Effective communication at all organizational levels.
Ability to provide legal and compliance advice in international trade compliance matters.
Clear and concise written and oral communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
Experience with U.S. Government contracting rules and regulations, such as FAR and DFARS, preferred/helpful.
Experience with trade compliance requirements of maquiladoras and Free Trade Zones, preferred/helpful.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
Tuition Reimbursement
Growth Opportunities
Remote work arrangement
Travel required