Trade Import / Export Compliance Manager – Technology & SaaS Industry Experience
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Trade Import / Export Compliance Manager – Technology & SaaS Industry Experience
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We are seeking an experienced
Trade Compliance Professional
with
leadership or management experience
and a strong background supporting
technology, software, cloud, or SaaS companies
. This role will focus on leading and managing global trade compliance activities, including
import/export compliance, product and technology classification, export controls, licensing, and cross-border trade requirements
.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage
import and export compliance programs
across global business operations.
Oversee
export classification
, including
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)
determinations for software, technology, hardware, and related products.
Manage
import and customs classification
, including
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
classifications and related requirements.
Provide guidance on the
Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
, export licensing, license exceptions, end-user/end-use restrictions, and country-specific controls.
Lead trade compliance initiatives involving the cross-border transfer of
software, source code, technical data, cloud services, hardware, and technology
.
Develop, implement, and enhance trade compliance policies, procedures, processes, controls, and training programs.
Lead teams, projects, or cross-functional initiatives
and provide direction on complex trade compliance matters.
Partner with legal, compliance, product, engineering, supply chain, procurement, and business teams to integrate trade compliance requirements into business operations.
Identify compliance risks, conduct assessments, and drive remediation and process improvements.
Monitor regulatory developments and communicate their potential impact to business leaders and key stakeholde
Qualifications
Significant professional experience in
global trade compliance, import/export compliance, or export controls
.
Demonstrated experience supporting
technology, software, cloud, SaaS, or other technology-driven organizations
.
Leadership or management experience
, including experience managing teams, programs, projects, or major cross-functional initiatives.
Hands-on experience with
both import and export compliance
.
Strong experience with
product, software, and/or technology classification
, including
ECCN and HTS classification
.
Strong working knowledge of the
EAR
, export licensing requirements, and applicable U.S. import/export regulations.
Experience managing complex trade compliance matters in a global or multinational environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and senior business leaders.
Preferred Skills
Experience
managing or developing trade compliance teams
or serving in a trade compliance leadership role.
Experience building, implementing, or transforming a
global trade compliance program
.
Familiarity with
OFAC sanctions, restricted-party screening, deemed exports, encryption controls, and technology transfers
.
Experience supporting
technology, SaaS, software, cloud, semiconductor, or related industries
.
Experience partnering with product, engineering, supply chain, procurement, and global operations teams.
Experience with trade compliance systems, automation, audits, investigations, and continuous process improvement.
Compensation
The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year.
Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.
About Axiom
For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (
Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%
). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and
love both the law and your life.
Learn more about life at Axiom
.
Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.