About DHL and Legal Services:

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 600,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

DHL Legal Services offers all business partners worldwide solution-oriented legal advice. We provide comprehensive support in contracts, negotiations, and processes with customers and suppliers as well as in general litigation and commercial law matters.

In a matrix organization, Legal Services is organized on the one hand according to regions and on the other hand according to global cross-sectional topics. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our AMERICAS region.

The Global Trade Law Office (GTLO) is part of the DHL Group Legal Department (SD 71) and the Center of Excellence for Trade Law matters. It supports DHL Group Divisions, Corporate Functions, Global Business Services, and Service Lines, on all matters relating to export controls, sanctions, and customs. The GTLO also oversees the implementation of DHL Group policies, and acts as a point of escalation to resolve regulatory matters and compliance questions.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Legal? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of Legal colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

Your Tasks:

Lead on Government stakeholder engagement

Develop stakeholder engagement strategies
Lead on engaging with Government authorities (primarily within the US)
Build relationships with external stakeholders to minimize the risk of enforcement action and support wider DHL Group policy objectives
Represent DHL Group in associated meetings and forums such as trade associations and conferences

Lead on enforcement matters

Develop strategies and policies associated with enforcement
Responsibilities include overseeing and supporting subpoenas responses, Mutual Legal Assistance responses, and other enforcement-related approaches by Government authorities

Lead on internal investigations relating to potential breaches of export controls or sanctions

Support Divisions undertake internal investigations of potential breaches
Contribute to the drafting of voluntary self-disclosures
Support the identification and oversee the implementation of corrective actions

Lead on Export controls (primarily dual-use)

Lead a review of DHL Group’s current approach to export controls as they apply to the logistics and aviation sectors
Where required, lead on developing revised global logistics and aviation export control policies – across all Divisions and Corporate Functions – including revised or enhanced controls and risk mitigations
Oversee the implementation of current and future export control policies
Monitor relevant regulatory developments (globally), considering the implications for DHL Group, and update policies and impacted stakeholders, and provide binding advice on associated controls

Compliance risks

Identify and assess compliance risks in international business operations and develop strategies for risk mitigation and update impacted stakeholders on risk mitigations
Present and escalate high-risk issues to senior management

Additionally

Support the GTLO on US extraterritorial export controls and sanctions
Confidentially process complaints and review potential violations of DHL Group policies
Support the assessment and granting of DHL Group Policy Deviations
Engage with outside legal counsel where necessary
Provide support and oversight on any of the above within the GTLO as they apply to specific Divisions and regions
Support stakeholders in resolving customer and supplier issues related to export control and sanctions compliance
Advise on the introduction of compliance programs, control systems, compliance metrics, and tools to ensure and improve adherence to DHL Group policies and applicable laws and regulations
Introduce and steer innovations and provide associated support within the compliance function to enhance its effectiveness and efficiency

Your Profile:

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior US government enforcement role
Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience of export control and sanctions-related enforcement and compliance
Extensive expert knowledge and experience of (international) issues and projects relating to export controls and sanctions
Extensive expert knowledge and experience of export control and sanctions-related compliance and risk management
Significant experience of developing and implementing export control and sanctions-related compliance policies
Good understanding of business processes and strategies relating to exporters and the logistics sector
Project management knowledge and experience
Excellent English language skills
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Independent and structured working style
Good judgment
Effective negotiation skills
Effective inter-personal and inter-cultural communication and presentation skills
Proven experience of effective stakeholder management in national and international environments
Confident and assertive presence at all levels
High commitment, reliability, and flexibility
Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (< 25%)

We Offer:

DHL benefits and incentive offerings are designed to reflect a substantial experience for both employees and their dependents during their career and life journey. The specifics will vary, but wherever you join and in whatever role, you'll find our benefits and rewards are among the best in the industry They include:

Exempt Salary Range $150,360 - $200,500
Your base salary will be determined based on your experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.
Competitive Pay
Bonus/Incentive Programs
Retirement Savings – 401K with company match
myShares - Voluntary plan to buy discounted company shares
Medical, Dental, Vision, well-being programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off – Starting at 4 Weeks
Paid Leave
Employee Discount Program

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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