Location
Grand Rapids, MI | United States
Job description
Job Description Summary
The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team is responsible for the compliant execution of global export controls and sanctions laws and regulations. The successful candidate will report to the Senior
Director and Counsel, ITC, and work closely within the ITC team and GEA programs/functions to compliantly apply international trade laws and regulations to support and drive international business.
Consistent with the role of the ITC team, the primary tasks of Senior Counsel, ITC include, but are not necessarily limited to.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct investigations into potential non-compliance and draft disclosures to government agencies in the U.S. and abroad and support administration and tracking of ongoing matters.
- Draft policies and procedures and support development and deployment of policies, procedures, tools, and other infrastructure within ITC and within the business.
- Monitor proposed laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements on GEA’s business strategy.
- Collaborate with ITC Leadership and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
- Participate in relevant trade compliance associations and industry group discussions.
- Support engagement and communication with government officials, as required.
- Support implementation of robust compliance systems and IT tools to enhance trade compliance; and undertake special projects and support other compliance program continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school and must be a member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.
- A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in International Trade Compliance or other relevant regulatory areas.
Desired Characteristics
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
- Commitment to compliance and integrity.
- Ability to collaborate among all levels of the ITC organization and business.
- Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders.
- Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Excellent customer relationship, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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