Senior Director of ITC, Compliance and Legal

GE Aerospace • Washington DC, DC

3d • $180,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Overview: This description outlines the responsibilities and scope of a leadership role within the International Trade Compliance (ITC) team. The ITC team ensures compliance with global export controls and sanctions laws and regulations, which are critical for the company's operations and legal adherence. Key aspects of the role include: Team Leadership: Managing a team of attorneys and compliance professionals to oversee ITC-related activities. Compliance Execution: Facilitating compliance across global operations by conducting investigations, providing strategic counseling, and managing and improving risk controls, including policies, procedures, and technology tools. Risk Management: Addressing ITC risks and ensuring the company adheres to trade laws and regulations. Continuous Improvement: Developing and monitoring performance metrics, leveraging analytics, and driving improvements in compliance controls and execution. Strategic Counseling: Advising business stakeholders on trade controls and compliance strategies. This position is integral to the company's trade compliance program legal and compliance framework, ensuring that operations align with international trade laws while enabling business success.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience investigating alleged or actual regulatory/legal or company code of conduct violations.
• A minimum of 3 years of advising on or otherwise investigating trade compliance , sanctions, or related matters.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

Nice To Haves

• In-house experience.
• Significant experience with the Arms Export Control Act and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulation and 22 CFR parts 120-130.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Export Control Reform Act and its implementing regulations, the Export Administration Regulations, and US Treasury sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
• 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.
• Experience in the application of non-U.S. export control and sanctions regulations.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage and conduct investigations into potential non-compliance and resulting disclosures to government agencies in the U.S. and abroad, leading a team of attorneys and managing outside counsel as necessary.
• Lead development, implementation, and managing of ITC risk controls, including policies, procedures, tools, and other compliance controls throughout the business.
• Oversee business risk assessments and provide legal counsel related to sanctions and export controls, including to ensure timely review of updated export controls and newly designated parties under applicable sanctions (e.g., U.S., EU, and UK).
• Monitor proposed laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements on GE Aerospace’s business strategy.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on ITC issues during due diligence and integration for strategic dispositions, mergers, and acquisition transactions.
• Facilitate internal audits and assessments of global sites, functions, and programs.
• Collaborate with and provide support to ITC leadership, business leadership, and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage a high-performing team of attorneys and practitioners, enabling the business and ensuring compliance with global trade laws and regulations.
• Establish and support a strong culture of compliance across the enterprise.
• Participate in relevant trade compliance associations and industry group discussions.
• Lead engagement and communication with government officials, as required.
• Undertake special projects and support other compliance program continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed