Job Description
We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.
Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a lawyer with 3 to 5 years of international trade (sanctions, export controls, and customs) experience to join our Regulations, Investigations, Securities and Compliance team. This position offers a vibrant and impactful career within a prestigious global law firm, ideal for those eager to contribute significantly in their field, and the potential for professional advancement. This position is ideal for those looking to develop a long-term career with prospects for significant professional growth. Candidates with more than 5 years' experience should not be discouraged from applying.
Key Requirements:
3–5 years of experience
Experience in U.S. export controls (EAR), sanctions (OFAC), customs (including tariffs) and other international trade related regulations required
Experience should include counseling, training, licensing, opinion work, filings, compliance audits, internal investigations, responding to government enforcement actions and developing and implementing relevant compliance policies and procedures
Excellent communication and writing skills
Additional Skills:
Experience with other types of investigations related work (e.g., FCPA) and/or national security matters (CFIUS)
Strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school (U.S. JD required)
Prior work experience within a large law firm preferred
Locations: Washington D.C. office is preferred. This position may be based in our Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Antonio, San Francisco, St. Louis, or Washington, DC office. Please indicate your office(s) of interest in your application.
Compensation: Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The salary per year will be between $260,000 - $420,000. This range represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for the position. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance.
Top 5 Reasons to Join Norton Rose Fulbright
We are committed to your professional and personal growth. Here is what sets us apart:
1. Well-Being & Inclusion
Thrive in a workplace that values a people first culture, work-life balance, and overall well-being. Enjoy:
Carrot Fertility: Inclusive family-forming benefits for all full-time employees.
Vacation Award: Earn a $2,500 vacation stipend after meeting billable thresholds.
Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 free therapy or coaching sessions), and Spot Pet Insurance for your furry companions.
2. Growth & Career Development
Advance your career with hands-on experience, sector-specific expertise, and leadership opportunities.
Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building activities.
Executive Coaching: Eligible lawyers with 250+ BD hours receive firm-sponsored coaching.
3. Global Reach, Local Impact
Work on cross-border deals, international clients, and high-profile projects while making a difference in your local community.
Pro Bono & Volunteer Time: All non-partner lawyers receive 8 hours of firm time per year for community service.
4. Collaborative Culture, World-Class Talent
Join a team that fosters mentorship, innovation, and professional excellence.
Referral Bonus: Earn $50,000 for referring top-tier legal talent who join the firm.
5. Commitment to Innovation
Stay at the forefront of the legal industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance your practice and drive success.
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.
In addition to the Firm’s health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact [email protected]. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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What We Do
We provide the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. We have more than 3,500 lawyers and other legal staff based in Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa.
Recognized for our industry focus, we are strong across all the key industry sectors: financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; consumer markets; transport; technology; and life sciences and healthcare. Through our global risk advisory group, we leverage our industry experience with our knowledge of legal, regulatory, compliance and governance issues to provide our clients with practical solutions to the legal and regulatory risks facing their businesses.
Wherever we are, we operate in accordance with our global business principles of quality, unity and integrity. We aim to provide the highest possible standard of legal service in each of our offices and to maintain that level of quality at every point of contact.
Norton Rose Fulbright Verein, a Swiss verein, helps coordinate the activities of Norton Rose Fulbright members but does not itself provide legal services to clients. Norton Rose Fulbright has offices in more than 50 cities worldwide, including London, Houston, New York, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg. For more information, see nortonrosefulbright.com/legal-notices
