Attorney - Customs & Regulatory Affairs Law
Location: United States (Remote or Hybrid options available) Salary Range: $200,000 - $230,000 + Bonus & Incentives Business Units Supported: DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding (incl. Hillebrand Gori), DHL Supply Chain, DHL E-Commerce Solutions, DHL Global Mail, and Post & Parcel Germany Join Us in Shaping the Future of Global Trade! At DHL Group, we believe in the power of legal expertise to drive compliance and innovation in global trade. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to make a significant impact on a global scale. If you are a seasoned legal professional ready to take on a strategic role that influences customs policy and regulatory strategy, we want to hear from you. We're looking for a legal expert with:
- Deep expertise in U.S. customs/import law and CBP regulations
- Law firm experience advising trade or transportation clients
- In-house legal experience in logistics or supply chain (preferred)
- Strong stakeholder advisory and executive communication skills
- Experience in regulatory compliance affairs and internal investigations
Your Impact & Responsibilities
- Lead legal advisory on U.S. customs/import regulations and international trade laws across DHL divisions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and DHL Group Boards on regulatory risks and solutions.
- Act as lead attorney on DHL's Global Customs Committee, driving compliance strategy and internal investigations.
- Advise divisional heads and the Global Customs Office on best practices and corporate compliance structures.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the DHL Group Customs Compliance Manual.
- Support DHL divisions in drafting and executing U.S. customs compliance strategies.
- Monitor U.S. customs teams, identify compliance gaps, and lead corrective action plans.
- Represent DHL before U.S. regulatory agencies including CBP, TSA, OFAC, BIS, DDTC, Homeland Security Investigations, and U.S. Congress.
- Manage internal investigations, voluntary disclosures, and government audits (domestic and international).
- Select and manage outside counsel for major investigations.
- Collaborate with Corporate Public Affairs and commercial partners on regulatory matters.
- Provide regular updates to Legal Department leadership in the Americas and globally.
- Support regional legal teams on customs law and regulatory compliance across the Americas.
Your Profile
- J.D. from an accredited law school with 10+ years of legal experience.
- Prior law firm experience advising trade, transportation, or logistics clients.
- In-house legal experience in logistics or supply chain preferred.
- Recognized expertise in U.S. customs/import law and CBP regulations.
- Familiarity with TSA, BATF, and trade laws in Canada, Mexico, Brazil, etc.
- Experience with DOJ and FISA subpoena inquiries.
- Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and executive-level advisory.
- Prior government experience is a plus but not required.
Benefits & Incentives
- Bonus & Incentive Programs
- 401(k) with Company Match
- myShares - Discounted Company Stock Purchase Plan
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Well-being Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Paid Time Off - Starting at 4 Weeks
- Paid Leave & Employee Discounts
Ready to Make a Difference? If you are passionate about regulatory compliance and eager to contribute to a dynamic and global organization, apply today! We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to excellence and innovation. #SCOUT Apply tot his job Apply To this Job