KPMG US
Director – Economic Sanctions & Export Controls
Join KPMG’s Legal Risk Management Compliance team as a Director – Economic Sanctions & Export Controls. This role oversees regulatory horizon scanning, policy development, training, monitoring, investigations, and ensures compliance with ITAR, EAR, DDTC, and related sanctions regulations.
Responsibilities:
Oversee regulatory horizon scanning and change management for export control; evaluate engagement teams’ activities for potential export control exposure; maintain risk registers and escalate 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 is preferred.
Master's degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university in a related field is preferred; a Bachelor's degree is required. Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or equivalent are 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.
EEO Statement:
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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.
Seniority level:
Director
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Legal
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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 escalate 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 is preferred.
Master's degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university in a related field is preferred; a Bachelor's degree is required. Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or equivalent are 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.
EEO Statement:
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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.
Seniority level:
Director
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Legal
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