Director, Global Trade Compliance Jobs

Explore senior-level Director, Global Trade Compliance opportunities on Ladders. These leaders help organizations navigate international trade rules, manage regulatory risk, and keep cross-border business moving. Find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more across industries and locations.

What a Director of Global Trade Compliance Does

A Director of Global Trade Compliance sets strategy and oversees programs that support compliance with applicable import and export laws. Responsibilities may include export controls and sanctions, customs compliance, trade data and classification, licensing, restricted-party screening, internal controls, audits, and investigations. Directors also advise business leaders on regulatory changes and work with legal, logistics, procurement, finance, and commercial teams to build compliant processes.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for substantial experience in global trade compliance, strong knowledge of relevant trade regulations, and a track record leading teams or enterprise-wide programs. Valuable strengths include risk assessment, policy development, audit readiness, cross-functional communication, and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical guidance. Depending on the role, employers may seek experience with customs programs, export-control regimes, sanctions compliance, trade management systems, or international supply chains.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director roles can be found in sectors with complex international operations, including manufacturing, technology, life sciences, aerospace, energy, and logistics. Scope varies: some positions lead a global function, while others focus on a region, business unit, or specialized area such as export controls or customs. Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare responsibilities, requirements, and locations.

Find Director, Global Trade Compliance Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover senior trade compliance openings suited to your experience and career goals. Review current listings, assess role scope and qualifications, and explore opportunities to lead global compliance programs.

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$122K - $204K *

Optimize global trade compliance by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to import, export, and customs regulations while balancing operational efficiency and commercial objectives across diverse...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape global trade compliance strategies by overseeing export controls, sanctions, and customs regulations. Lead initiatives to ensure adherence to laws while advising leadership on complex transactio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $220K *

Drive your career by leading a global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to international regulations while enhancing governance and operational efficiency across a complex business landscap...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$192K - $284K *

Pioneer a cutting-edge trade compliance program to lead a global team. Shape operational strategies ensuring adherence to export/import laws while enhancing efficiency through innovative technologies...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $190K *

Champion the U.S. Trade Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to regulations while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to manage trade compliance risks effectively...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $261K *

Shape the future of compliance operations by leading SOX testing, software asset management, and compliance consulting. Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement while managing budgets a...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $139K *

Optimize trade compliance processes by managing master data and ensuring regulatory readiness. Lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance data accuracy and streamline customs operations, driving e...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $353K *

Drive compliance and strategic initiatives in global trade licensing, overseeing program implementation and team development while advising senior leadership on regulatory challenges and ensuring adhe...

Arizona, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape and enhance international trade compliance operations across the Americas by managing customs processes, ensuring regulatory adherence, and leveraging expertise to minimize risks, support busine...

Midland, MIRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $172K *

Shape global procurement governance and compliance by leading analytics, training, and process excellence initiatives. Drive transformation and data management in a collaborative environment to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $207K *

Elevate our enterprise-wide Ethics & Compliance program by leading investigations and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with senior leadership to strengthen compliance capabilities in a highly regul...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $199K *

Unlock potential by leading a comprehensive compliance management system, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory adherence across multiple domains while fostering cross-functional collaboration and s...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping commercial agreements that drive our global luxury lifestyle business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting practices, ensuring speed, quality, and...

Corte Madera, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer in Trade Compliance efforts by utilizing your expertise to navigate regulations, ensuring compliance and efficient operations for defense-related projects. Engage with internal teams while pro...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$241K - $448K *

Drive the Americas Commercial Legal team, leading negotiations on complex software agreements while fostering collaboration and developing talent. Engage with stakeholders to ensure legal alignment an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $282K *

Lead the charge in shaping global EHS3 strategy, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across diverse functions while driving transformational initiatives and enterprise governance frameworks...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Lead the transformation of global commercial legal frameworks, architecting high-value transactions and building a top-tier international team to support rapid growth across diverse markets in the AI...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $250K *

Shape the future of global sales strategy by leading initiatives that drive partner growth and sales enablement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance capabilities, an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer global commodity strategies and supplier relationships, driving cost, quality, and delivery outcomes. Lead and develop a team of Regional Commodity Managers to enhance supply continuity and co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in global sanctions compliance, overseeing risk management and regulatory adherence. Collaborate with international teams to establish standards and guidelines while ensuring effective...

Farmington Hills, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Transform the supply chain landscape by leading procurement and subcontracting efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while driving efficiency and innovation in support of critical defe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Take ownership of export compliance operations, leading high-impact processes across US and international sites. Ensure efficient goods movement while navigating diverse regulatory frameworks and mana...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $305K *

Champion the global CMC regulatory strategy for a pivotal HCM program, ensuring compliance from Phase 3 through launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust regulatory processes and...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Global Trade Compliance do?question toggle

    A Director of Global Trade Compliance leads an organization’s approach to international trade regulations. The role may oversee import and export compliance, customs, export controls, sanctions, licensing, audits, risk management, and employee training.

  • What qualifications are typically required for these jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek extensive trade compliance experience, knowledge of applicable import and export regulations, and leadership skills. Some roles also prefer experience with customs operations, export controls, sanctions, compliance technology, or global supply chains.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Global Trade Compliance?question toggle

    Employers in manufacturing, technology, aerospace, life sciences, energy, logistics, and other internationally active industries may hire for these positions.

  • What is the typical salary for a Director, Global Trade Compliance?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Global Trade Compliance jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders to explore vetted senior-level openings, review job requirements, and find roles by location and employer.