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Trade Compliance Consultant

Make global trade simpler. Bring clarity where others see complexity.

For more than 17 years, Export Solutions has helped businesses navigate import/export regulations with confidence. We’re not your typical consulting firm — we thrive on untangling regulatory challenges and delivering practical solutions, giving our clients clarity and peace of mind.

We’re growing our remote team with seasoned professionals who value collaboration, curiosity, and doing things the right way.

If you’re passionate about trade compliance and love helping others “get it,” you’ll fit right in.

Position Overview

Export Solutions is seeking a proactive, highly organized, and client-focused Trade Compliance Consultant to join our dynamic team. This role goes beyond regulatory knowledge. It’s about being a trusted advisor, balancing multiple client priorities, and delivering actionable solutions with professionalism and clarity.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter and self-educator who thrives in a remote environment, enjoys solving problems, building relationships and delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise

• ECCN and USML classifications and license determinations
• Customs compliance, including HTS classification, valuation, country of origin determinations, tariff analysis and Free Trade Agreement eligibility
• Restricted Party screening (outside of published US Government lists), end-use/end-user reviews
• Export license applications and agreements (EAR, ITAR, MLA, TAA)
• Ability to determine and apply ITAR exemptions and ECCN exceptions
• Customs compliance including CF28/CF29 responses and protests
• Development and delivery of compliance training
• Authoring policies, procedures, and audits
• Conducting voluntary self-disclosures and supporting corrective actions
• Monitoring and interpreting new trade laws/regulations for client impact
• Familiarity with high-risk countries (e.g., China), De Minimis, Foreign Direct Product Rule and related EAR requirements

Client & Project Management

• Manage 10+ clients across industries with unique compliance needs
• Balance multiple projects and deadlines without compromising accuracy
• Provide calm, creative problem-solving with a focus on win-win outcomes

Consultant Behaviors

• Act as a trusted advisor, not just a regulator
• Anticipate client needs and deliver proactive, practical solutions
• Operate independently with minimal direction
• Uphold professionalism, ethics, and accountability in all client interactions

Communication & Teamwork

• Explain complex trade regulations in a clear, concise, and client-friendly manner
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Maintain professional presence in all client interactions (including on-camera video calls).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in trade compliance
• In-depth knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC, CBP, and related U.S. import/export regulations
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex, time-sensitive projects with accuracy and composure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR/EAR)
• Capable of working independently in a full-time remote role with a professional home office setup

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Customs Broker
• Certifications such as CUSECO, CIP, or other relevant industry accreditations

• Specialized experience with encryption export controls (classification, ENC applicability, quantum computing)