International Trade/Export Controls Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a CFIUS and International Trade/Export Controls Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the Committee on Foreign Investments (CFIUS), U.S. export controls, and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). The role requires a proactive attorney who can support an active legal team and navigate complex regulatory landscapes. The candidate must be admitted and actively Barred in the state of Delaware.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal counsel on CFIUS matters, including guiding foreign investment reviews and compliance.
• Advise clients on U.S. export controls, including regulations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Support and contribute to a team handling international trade regulatory and compliance issues.
• Develop and implement compliance strategies for clients to meet export controls and ITAR requirements.
• Conduct detailed research and analysis on international trade laws and regulations.
• Represent clients in communications with regulatory agencies regarding export controls and CFIUS processes.
• Stay abreast of changes in international trade regulations and advise clients and team members accordingly.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters.
• Demonstrated experience with CFIUS, U.S. export controls, and ITAR.
• General knowledge of the Defense Priorities & Allocation System (DPAS) preferred.
• Experience supporting and working within an active legal team.
• Must be admitted and actively Barred in the state of Delaware.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic performance with relevant coursework or experience in international trade and export controls.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Delaware.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of CFIUS processes, U.S. export controls, and ITAR regulations.
• Ability to manage complex regulatory and compliance issues effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to support and enhance the effectiveness of a legal team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

A terrific national firm with an especially strong Mid-Atlantic presence, this firm is known for empowering associates with substantive work early on in their careers. The firm boasts strong corporate, litigation, and intellectual property departments, as well as a newly minted and fast-growing Health Sciences Department.