KPMG US
Director – Economic Sanctions & Export Controls
KPMG US, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Director – Economic Sanctions & Export Controls
Join our team as a Director in the Legal Risk Management Compliance team.
Responsibilities
Oversee regulatory horizon scanning and change management for export control; evaluate engagement teams' activities for potential export control exposure; maintain risk registers and elevate high‑risk issues to leadership
Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures for export controls and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) registration; implement internal controls to ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, and related sanctions regulations; assist engagement teams to develop technology control plans tailored to specific engagements
Design and deliver impactful training programs for relevant engagement teams and stakeholders; ensure awareness campaigns on export control obligations and sanctions compliance
Establish monitoring mechanisms for export control compliance across engagements; perform periodic testing of controls and processes to validate effectiveness; prepare compliance dashboards and reports for leadership review
Lead investigations into potential export control violations; develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified gaps; coordinate with internal audit and regulatory bodies on remediation efforts
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications
Minimum ten years of recent experience with sanctions and export controls background
Master's degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred; minimum Bachelor's required. Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or equivalent also preferred
Experience with economic sanctions compliance programs
Deep knowledge of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) and DDTC requirements
Extensive experience managing export compliance programs in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment
Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and risk management principles. Familiarity with CUI handling and federal advisory contract frameworks
Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and senior leadership
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG does not sponsor U.S. work visas for this opportunity
KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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Responsibilities
Oversee regulatory horizon scanning and change management for export control; evaluate engagement teams' activities for potential export control exposure; maintain risk registers and elevate high‑risk issues to leadership
Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures for export controls and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) registration; implement internal controls to ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, and related sanctions regulations; assist engagement teams to develop technology control plans tailored to specific engagements
Design and deliver impactful training programs for relevant engagement teams and stakeholders; ensure awareness campaigns on export control obligations and sanctions compliance
Establish monitoring mechanisms for export control compliance across engagements; perform periodic testing of controls and processes to validate effectiveness; prepare compliance dashboards and reports for leadership review
Lead investigations into potential export control violations; develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified gaps; coordinate with internal audit and regulatory bodies on remediation efforts
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications
Minimum ten years of recent experience with sanctions and export controls background
Master's degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred; minimum Bachelor's required. Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or equivalent also preferred
Experience with economic sanctions compliance programs
Deep knowledge of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) and DDTC requirements
Extensive experience managing export compliance programs in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment
Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and risk management principles. Familiarity with CUI handling and federal advisory contract frameworks
Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and senior leadership
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG does not sponsor U.S. work visas for this opportunity
KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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