Baker & McKenzie

Senior-Level IC Trade, Sanctions and Customs Associate

Baker & McKenzie$365K — $435K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in US trade law
  • Expertise in US export controls, sanctions, customs, and related areas
  • Proven track record in regulatory advisory and compliance
  • Comfortable managing workstreams and client relationships
  • Strong academic credentials and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and writing abilities
  • Familiarity with AI tools and technology in legal practice

Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on complex regulatory matters and compliance programs
  • Conduct cross-border transactional reviews and enforcement investigations
  • Collaborate with cross-practice teams across multiple jurisdictions
  • Support and manage client relationships effectively
  • Enhance legal strategies using AI and technological tools

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan available based on hours worked
  • Bonus eligibility based on performance
  • Opportunity to work in a hybrid model
  • Support for professional development through skill enhancement
Full Job Description
Job Information

Posting Date

20-Jul-2026

Requisition ID

3315

States/Provinces/Cities

Chicago

Location Type

Hybrid

Business Unit

Practice

Function

Attorney

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

Baker McKenzie seeks an associate attorney with 6 or more years' experience in US trade law, with a focus on US export controls, sanctions, customs, supply chain and broader trade and national security-related areas. The ideal candidate will have experience advising on regulatory matters, including advisory work, compliance program reviews, cross-border transactional reviews and enforcement investigations. Candidates should be comfortable managing workstreams, supporting client relationships, and collaborating with cross-practice teams across multiple jurisdictions.

The position is in-person in the Firm's Chicago office. Candidates must be proactive, comfortable working independently, have strong academic credentials, excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and writing skills, and a demonstrated ability, a willingness to collaborate across teams and cultures and to enhance their skills using AI tools. Major law firm experience is strongly preferred. Must be admitted and a member in good standing of the Illinois Bar or be eligible to waive in. Please submit a resume, transcript, and writing sample with your application.

Pay Transparency
  • This position is bonus eligible and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) based on number of hours worked.
  • The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $365,000 to $435,000 (annually) if located in an office in the state of Illinois. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

About Baker & McKenzie

Baker McKenzie is a multinational law firm founded in 1949. It is the largest international law firm in the world, with over 6,000 lawyers in 77 offices across 47 countries. The firm provides legal services in various areas, including corporate law, finance, intellectual property, litigation, and tax. Baker McKenzie has been recognized as one of the most innovative law firms in the world, and has received numerous awards for its work in various areas of law.
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13,000 employees
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Founded
1949

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