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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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.