Emerging Markets Export Licensing Lead

We are seeking an experienced Global Trade Licensing & Compliance Lead to join our worldwide Global Trade organization. This is a highly strategic role for a recognized subject matter expert who thrives in complex international environments and can navigate evolving regulatory landscapes while enabling business growth.

The successful candidate will lead the development and management of a global licensing program, partnering with stakeholders across Legal, Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, and Business Units to ensure compliance with export controls, sanctions, and international trade regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Global Licensing Strategy & Execution

• Build, manage, and continuously improve a comprehensive global licensing program supporting international business operations.
• Develop licensing strategies and secure required authorizations from government agencies and regulatory authorities worldwide.
• Manage licenses throughout their complete lifecycle, including applications, amendments, renewals, reporting obligations, audits, and recordkeeping.
• Drive the establishment of scalable global licensing frameworks that support business growth while maintaining compliance.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor and interpret changes in global trade regulations, export controls, sanctions programs, and other legal requirements.
• Assess operational, commercial, financial, and compliance impacts of regulatory developments on worldwide business activities.
• Conduct risk assessments for complex cross-border transactions, supply chain changes, market entry initiatives, and strategic business programs.
• Develop mitigation strategies and compliance solutions that balance regulatory requirements with business objectives.

Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on global trade risks, licensing requirements, and regulatory developments.
• Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, Procurement, Business Units, and Compliance teams to support complex international transactions.
• Provide expert guidance on trade compliance matters related to emerging markets, controlled destinations, and sanctioned jurisdictions.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with government authorities, licensing agencies, and regulatory bodies.

Process Excellence & Leadership

• Identify opportunities to improve compliance processes, operational efficiency, and regulatory responsiveness.
• Lead cross-functional and cross-geography projects involving multiple stakeholders and business functions.
• Mentor and guide colleagues on licensing, export controls, and global trade compliance matters.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen compliance programs and governance frameworks.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Master's degree, Law degree, or other advanced qualification preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Global Trade, Export Controls, Trade Compliance, Licensing, or a related field.
• Significant experience managing complex export licenses and government authorizations within multinational organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise supporting global operations across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments.
• Proven experience developing and implementing trade compliance programs, policies, and controls.
• Experience engaging directly with regulatory agencies, licensing authorities, and government stakeholders.
• Strong track record assessing regulatory risk and translating legal requirements into practical business solutions.
• Experience supporting executive-level decision making regarding regulatory changes, geopolitical developments, sanctions, and market expansion.

Knowledge & Skills

• Expert knowledge of global export controls, sanctions regulations, licensing frameworks, and international trade compliance requirements.
• Deep understanding of U.S., EU, and international trade regulations and their application within complex global supply chains.
• Strong knowledge of export licensing requirements, jurisdictional regulations, classification methodologies, and authorization frameworks.
• Ability to assess the business impact of new laws, regulations, sanctions, and geopolitical developments.
• Advanced risk assessment and mitigation capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical skills and sound judgment in highly regulated environments.
• Strong project and program management experience leading global initiatives.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills with executive leaders, regulators, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proven ability to build consensus and drive change across a multinational organization.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance commercial objectives, operational realities, and compliance obligations.

What Success Looks Like

• Enable business growth through compliant global trade operations.
• Establish robust licensing processes that support worldwide expansion.
• Proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks before they impact the business.
• Influence strategic decisions through expert analysis of regulatory developments and their business implications.
• Be recognized as the organization's leading authority on global licensing and trade compliance matters.