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International Trade Associate — Compliance & Regulatory, Washington, DC

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Mid-level associate opportunity in a busy international trade and export-control group based in Washington, DC. You will work on cross-border trade matters including export controls, economic sanctions, foreign investment reviews and related compliance issues, with exposure to customs and inbound trade matters.

The team offers hands-on mentoring and client-facing responsibility; associates are expected to manage projects, draft high-quality work product, and collaborate across practice and international offices. This role is a good fit for proactive, detail-oriented lawyers seeking significant regulatory and transactional experience on cross-border matters.

All candidates must be admitted to the Washington, D.C. Bar.

  • 3–5 years of relevant international trade / export-control experience
  • Solid working knowledge of EAR and ITAR, OFAC sanctions, and cross-border investment controls (e.g., CFIUS/OISP) and FOCI mitigation
  • Experience with customs/inbound trade compliance is a plus
  • Strong writing, project-management and communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams
  • Admission to the Washington, D.C. Bar

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