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Global Compliance Specialist

Global Compliance Specialist
Location: Houston, Texas (Onsite, 5 days a week)

Position Summary:

The Global Compliance Specialist will report directly to the BII Director of Risk and Compliance.

This key role in the Risk Management and Compliance department focuses on ensuring compliance with regulations (both for legal and trade compliance), completing organizational filings and questionnaires, and supporting compliance research and policy writing.

The position is vital for maintaining operational efficiency while adhering to global laws and regulations.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Global Compliance:


* Coordinate import and export activities, including audits, record-keeping, and ensuring compliance with U.S.

Customs Regulations, Export Administration Regulations, Foreign Asset Control Regulations, and Anti-boycott Regulations.


* Assign, document, and maintain Harmonized Tariff Codes (HTSUS) and Export Classification Numbers (ECCN) for all products.


* Conduct interviews and compile information for compliance with anti-corruption and other laws and regulations pertinent to the organization’s business activities.


* Develop, implement, and improve internal processes and written work instructions to maintain compliance with regulations.


* Provide training to internal users and gatekeepers on import/export requirements.


* Serve as the primary liaison with Shared Services, customs brokers, and freight forwarders for import/export documentation, licensing, and transaction screenings.


* Stay updated on regulatory changes and update internal policies as needed.


* Coordinate the valuation of imported merchandise, ensuring proper reporting of payments and customs valuation requirements.


* Work with IT to ensure system compatibility with trade compliance requirements.

Patent Administration:


* Maintain a database of patents and trademarks and their respective locations.


* Coordinate communications with intellectual property counsel and advisors.


* Log and track intellectual property registration activity as required.

Compliance Regulations & Research:


* Conduct legal and policy research, interpreting legislation and compliance standards.


* Investigate regulatory requirements, jurisdictional regulations, and government agency guidelines.


* Provide consultation on compliance matters.


* Develop and maintain a global research network.


* Prepare research findings and assist with action planning.

Compliance Policy Writing:


* Develop and draft compliance policies and procedures to support regulatory requirements.


* Assist with the distribution and implementation of compliance policies as directed by the RM&C department.

RM&C Department Support:


* Provide research or project support as assigned by the RM&C Manager.

 

Position Requirements:


* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple competing priorities.
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