Senior Principal Legal Counsel, Global Trade, Compliance

Medtronic

. Provide import and customs compliance advice to mitigate risks .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $191,200 - $286,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in import and customs compliance, providing legal guidance on global trade regulations and risk mitigation strategies. Proficient in advising on customs inquiries, trade compliance programs, and conducting investigations within the healthcare and medical device sectors.

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Juris DoctorImport LawsCustoms RegulationsGlobal Trade ComplianceHealthcare Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Customs ValuationTariff ClassificationTrade RemediesForced Labor ComplianceM&A Trade Due DiligenceGlobal Export ControlsSanctioned-Country LicensingContractingProject ManagementProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

IntegrityProfessionalismIndependent WorkCompeting Priorities Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Global Trade OperationsLife SciencesLean Six SigmaCTPATCompliance Investigations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide import and customs compliance advice to mitigate risks
Support Global Trade Operations, regional and operating unit lawyers, and relevant Medtronic functions
Advise on country of origin and marking, customs valuation, tariff classification, and implementation of U.S. trade policy and regulation
Provide legal guidance on global trade compliance and strategic business initiatives
Advise on import and customs compliance program activities, including trade remedies, drawback, FTAs, hand carry, and customs programs such as CTPAT
Monitor legal and regulatory changes related to trade compliance and analyze impacts
Advise on compliance with global import laws, regulations, and trade requirements
Partner with legal, supply chain, trade, and compliance teams to develop standards and implement risk mitigation controls
Serve as import legal and compliance subject matter expert
Advise on customs inquiries, protests, and post-summary corrections
Provide legal support for global trade litigation, compliance investigations, and voluntary disclosures
Identify and mitigate cross-business global trade legal risks
Collaborate on due diligence reviews for potential business development activities
Develop and deliver legal and compliance training
Conduct trade-related investigations and audits, develop recommendations, and support issue mitigation and resolution
Work globally in a matrixed environment
Report to the Senior Legal Director for Global Trade, Global Operations and Supply Chain Legal

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized Law School
Licensed to practice law in at least one state or the District of Columbia
Minimum 8+ years of legal experience advising on import laws and customs regulations
Experience with BAA/TAA requirements
Experience with forced labor compliance
Experience supporting M&A trade due diligence
Experience advising on global export controls and sanctions, including sanctioned-country licensing, restricted party screening, and anti-boycott reporting
Understanding of the legal and regulatory environment and business risk considerations for a life sciences company
Experience in contracting, particularly in transportation and logistics or general procurement
Experience in the healthcare or medical device industry
Experience with change management and process improvement initiatives, such as Lean Six Sigma
Project or program management experience
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Highest level of integrity and professionalism
For baccalaureate degrees earned outside the United States, a degree satisfying 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required
U.S. work authorization requirements apply; sponsorship is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive plan (Medtronic Incentive Plan)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps global well-being program
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums
Competitive compensation plans
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities