Associate

Senior Associate, Trade, Sanctions & Customs — Chicago

  • LocationChicago, Illinois
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience6+ PQE
  • Compensation$365k–$435k
  • PracticeCompliance & Regulatory

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Senior-level associate role in a global law firm's Chicago office focused on US trade law, including export controls, sanctions, customs, supply-chain and national-security related matters. The team advises on regulatory counseling, compliance program reviews, cross-border transactional risk assessments and enforcement matters.

The role involves managing workstreams, supporting client relationships, and collaborating with cross-practice and multi-jurisdictional teams. The position is in-person and candidates should be proactive, able to work independently, and comfortable using technology and AI tools to enhance delivery.

Major law firm experience is strongly preferred. Candidates must be admitted and in good standing with the Illinois Bar or eligible to waive in. Applicants are asked to provide a resume, transcript and writing sample as part of the application.

  • Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience in US trade law (export controls, sanctions, customs)
  • Experience advising on compliance programs, cross-border transactional reviews and enforcement investigations
  • Strong analytical, organizational, written and oral communication skills
  • Comfort managing workstreams and collaborating across teams and jurisdictions; familiarity with AI tools a plus
  • Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility to waive in
  • Major law firm experience preferred

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