Trade Compliance Specialist
About The Position
The Trade Compliance Specialist is an entry-level role that supports WatchGuard’s global trade compliance program. This position plays a key role in ensuring that import and export activities comply with applicable U.S. and international laws and regulations. It is an excellent opportunity for someone starting a career in international trade, compliance, or logistics who is eager to learn and grow in a global environment. Who You Are You are a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong interest in international trade and compliance. You enjoy research and analysis, communicate well with different stakeholders, and are comfortable working with documentation and processes. You are curious, proactive, and eager to develop your expertise in global trade regulations. A Day in a Life In this role, you will support daily trade compliance activities by assisting with restricted party screenings, reviewing documentation, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with internal teams such as Sales and IT. You will also help prepare for audits, research regulatory requirements, and support compliance reporting, gaining hands-on experience with global trade operations.
Requirements
- College degree (required)
- Strong research and analytical skills
- High level of organization and attention to detail
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze information and follow structured processes
Responsibilities
- Assist in ensuring compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulations and company trade compliance policies
- Perform denied and restricted party screenings for customers, business partners, and vendors
- Maintain trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory recordkeeping requirements
- Coordinate with Sales and IT teams to ensure proper documentation and compliance procedures
- Support internal audits, reviews, and compliance assessments
- Research regulatory requirements and assist in interpreting trade regulations
- Help maintain compliance databases and documentation systems
- Provide administrative and operational support for trade compliance processes and reporting
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Healthcare HSA
- HSA with employer contribution
- 10 paid holidays
- 10 days of paid annual leave
- 9 days of paid sick time
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with employer match
- Education assistance program
- Dependent Care HSA match
- Adoption assistance
- Fertility care support
- Backup care for family and pets
- A growing network of employee resource groups
- Employee referral program
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
