Senior Counsel, ITC

Job Description SummaryLawyers and non-lawyers providing leadership and oversight to business operations to assure adherence to all aspects of internal company and external regulatory compliance. Insures appropriate mechanisms are in place to comply with relevant laws and regulations, and adherence to corporate programs and practices. Interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services. Utilizes understanding of industry trends to inform decision making process.

Job Description

Overview

The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team is responsible for the compliant execution of global export controls and sanctions laws and regulations. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Director and Counsel, ITC, and work closely within the ITC team and GE Aerospace programs/functions to compliantly apply international trade laws and regulations to support and drive international business. Our ITC team is critical to our business operations, consisting of savvy legal experts dedicated to keeping our company’s operations compliant with laws and regulations. 

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of ITC policies, procedures, tools, and other compliance controls.
• Monitor proposed laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements on GE Aerospace’s business strategy.
• Conduct business risk assessments and provide legal counsel related to developing sanctions and export controls, including systems to ensure appropriate review of updated export controls and newly designated parties under applicable sanctions (e.g., U.S., EU, and UK).
• Conduct or support investigations into potential non-compliance and resulting disclosures to government agencies in the U.S. and abroad.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on ITC issues during due diligence and integration for strategic dispositions, mergers, and acquisition transactions.
• Conduct audits and assessments of global sites, functions, and programs.
• Collaborate with ITC leadership, business leadership, and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in relevant trade compliance associations and industry group discussions.
• Engage with government officials, as required.
• Undertake special projects and support other compliance program continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years of experience in International Trade Compliance or other closely relevant fields.

Desired qualifications

• In-house experience
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization
• Commitment to compliance and integrity
• Ability to collaborate among all levels of the ITC organization and business
• Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders
• Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results
• Excellent customer relationship, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently

• The base pay range for this position is $168,600 to 250,000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan.   This posting is expected to close on May 4, 2025 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

  General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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