Sanctions and Trade Controls Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Sanctions and Trade Controls Associate to join their Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in transactional matters and regulatory compliance.

Duties

• Support transactional matters and regulatory compliance work.
• Conduct detailed regulatory analysis and diligence.
• Manage and coordinate documents across transactions.
• Respond to evolving regulatory risks in real-time.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with CFIUS, export controls, and sanctions.
• Licensed and in good standing in the state of residence and work.

Education

• Superior academic credentials required.

Certifications

• State bar licensure.

Skills

• Excellent writing and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

This is a branch office of an exciting national law firm with nationwide litigation practice in general trial and appellate practice before state and federal courts, insurance coverage litigation and counseling, directors and officers liability, professional liability, environmental/mass tort coverage, white collar criminal defense, real estate and golf course development, biotech, and general business counseling. The Chicago office is focused on insurance coverage litigation and counseling for clients in Chicago and the Midwest. The lawyers of this small office seem to truly enjoy working together. The hours are manageable, and the compensation is above average. Associates must have a strong interest in insurance matters. The firm hires from both regional and national law schools.