International Trade Associate or Counsel (Export Controls)

Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, and MENA. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.

Job Description

Crowell & Moring is seeking an associate or counsel to join our International Trade practice in Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York or Washington, DC.

Candidates must have 3 to 6 years of experience counseling clients with respect to US export controls matters, with a particular emphasis on the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Responsibilities

• Providing regulatory and compliance guidance regarding the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR); experience with EU and UK export controls regimes a plus

• Jurisdiction and classification analysis, including developing and filing Commodity Jurisdiction and CCATS requests; experience with encryption and emerging technologies a plus

• Obtaining Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) export licenses, and analyzing applicability of license exceptions and exemptions

• Experience with the impact of US export controls on non-US companies

• Conducting and supervising party screening and due diligence

• Reviewing, preparing, and filing DDTC registrations and related filings

• Drafting license applications and Commodity Jurisdiction requests

• Developing international trade compliance programs based on risk analysis

• Developing and providing export controls compliance training

• Representing clients with respect to voluntary self-disclosures

• Representing clients in M&A-related trade compliance diligence

• Performing internal investigations and audits related to export control concerns and responding to regulatory inquiries, such as requests for information and subpoenas

• Experience with other related regulations, including economic sanctions, outbound investment, and CFIUS a plus

Candidates must be a member of the state bar for the office to which they are applying or otherwise eligible for admission by waiver. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials as well as highly developed organizational, writing and analytical skills.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume, transcript, and writing sample using the online application system.

Benefits and Compensation

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $250,000 to $345,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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