Sr Trade Analyst

Senior Trade Specialist

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Summary : As the Senior Trade Specialist, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, the substantive focus will be on U.S. export controls and customs matters. This includes with respect to export controls : conducting preliminary analysis in support of U.S. export classification assessments; managing the firm's export controls registration and licensing portals (Department of Commerce SNAP-R system, as well as the Department of State DECCS systems) and directly interfacing with clients to assist in registration and management of their accounts as requested; tracking export control related developments in connection with retainers for monitoring services; assisting in the conduct of "Know Your Customer" due diligence, including analyzing screening results and conducting public source research to assess transactional risks. With respect to Customs matters, this includes conducting preliminary Harmonized System classification analysis, advising on U. S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) entry process, and providing administrative support and client service in connection with CBP rulings and disputes.

Location : This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities :

• Set up and manage client's export control licensing portals with the Departments of Commerce and State.
• Conduct third party export control and sanctions screening due diligence for attorney review.
• Assist clients to maintain their Registrations with the State Department as exporter, manufacturer, or broker of defense articles.
• Draft documents, letters, and summaries for attorney review.
• Perform product classification analysis and assist in preparing drafts classification ruling requests, protests, and prior disclosures.
• Conduct research and write memos on Global Trade issues for attorneys in the practice group.
• File documents with government agencies and courts.

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