International Trade Counsel

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an International Trade Counsel in New York, NY. The position allows for two-day remote work per week within the NYC metro area. The role involves advising clients on compliance with international trade controls in corporate transactions, focusing on U.S. and Japanese law, and conducting business development activities in the United States, Japan, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Duties

• Advise clients on compliance with international trade controls in corporate transactions.
• Conduct due diligence to identify risks related to sanctions, import/export control, anti-money laundering, and anti-corruption.
• Negotiate trade-related provisions in corporate transactions.
• Counsel clients on international trade issues involving U.S. and Japanese law.
• Engage in business development activities in the U.S., Japan, and Asia-Pacific markets.
• Potential travel to Japan one to two times per year.

Requirements

• J.D. or LL.M. degree.
• Three years of experience as an international trade lawyer or in a related field.
• Experience advising on U.S. and Japanese trade-related issues, including sanctions, import/export controls, anti-money laundering, and anti-corruption.
• Experience with CFIUS and international trade issues related to corporate transactions.
• Licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.

Education

• J.D. or LL.M. degree.

Certifications

• License to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong understanding of U.S. and Japanese trade laws.
• Proficiency in negotiating trade-related provisions in corporate transactions.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication and business development skills.

Benefits

• Two-day remote work per week within the NYC metro area.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306