Legal Director, Global Trade Compliance Counsel

Arrow Electronics

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

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. export control laws and regulations, providing legal advice on compliance matters while leading a global trade compliance team. Proficient in navigating international sanctions regimes and government contracting rules, with strong analytical and communication skills.

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U.S. Export Control LawsInternational Trade ComplianceLegal AdviceGovernment Contracting RegulationsTrade Compliance Leadership

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Hard Skills

Export LicensingCompliance DocumentationHarmonized Tariff ScheduleCustoms Federal RegulationsValuation MethodsCommodity ClassificationsAdvisory OpinionsAnti-Boycott RequirementsSanctions RegimesTrade Compliance Requirements

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingBusiness Acumen

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. from Accredited Law SchoolActive Membership in U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Export ComplianceFree Trade ZonesMaquiladorasFARDFARSInformed Compliance MethodsEntry ProcessesDenied Parties

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide subject matter expertise and legal advice to Arrow Electronics and its global trade compliance organization
Lead the global trade compliance organization and a large global team
Monitor U.S. and foreign export regulations for potential applicability to Arrow
Advise on U.S. and international sanctions regimes, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, NAFTA, entry processes, valuation, and informed compliance methods
Advise on export licensing and other authorizations
Coordinate with business leadership to identify compliant solutions
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 communicate legal risks
Collaborate with business units, 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
Eligible for an export license or a U.S. Person, including U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel
Experience with U.S. Government contracting rules and regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, etc.)
Experience working with trade compliance requirements of maquiladoras and Free Trade Zones
Ability to provide legal and compliance advice in international trade compliance matters
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
Ability to collaborate effectively within a matrixed corporate structure
Business acumen and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

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
Competitive financial compensation
Travel required