International Trade Partner

International Trade Partner

LOCATION: MULTIPLE OFFICES (Chicago, IL; Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati or Dayton, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, DC; Tampa or Naples, FL).

JOB DESCRIPTION: The ideal partner will be highly entrepreneurial, collegial, and possess at least a small book of business. Key experience and skills should include:

Advising U.S. and foreign clients on regulatory requirements of investment in the U.S. and shepherding foreign investors through the U.S. government’s CFIUS review process

Advising U.S. and foreign clients on the application of, and compliance with, U.S. Customs and other regulatory requirements related to the import of goods into the U.S.

Familiarity with trade preference programs (USMCA, CAFTA, etc.) and application of trade remedies (AD/CVD, Sec. 301, etc.)

Advising clients on the rules in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and the various sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)

Experience communicating with above noted regulators regarding investigations, protests, voluntary disclosures and settlements

Trade litigation experience is a plus

MUST HAVE JD AND IN GOOD STANDING WITH THE BAR ASSOCIATION

Possess at least a small book of business

How to Apply: Apply directly to this posting or send your confidential resume to

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.