Job Description

Director Economic Sanctions & Export Controls

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director Economic Sanctions & Export Controls to join our Legal Risk Management Compliance team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regulatory horizon scanning and change management for export control; evaluate engagement teams' activities for potential export control exposure; maintain risk registers and elevate highrisk issues to leadership.
• Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures for export controls and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) registration; implement internal controls to ensure compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and related sanctions regulations; assist engagement teams to develop technology control plans tailored to specific engagements.
• Design and deliver impactful training programs for relevant engagement teams and stakeholders; ensure awareness campaigns on export control obligations and sanctions compliance.
• Establish monitoring mechanisms for export control compliance across engagements; perform periodic testing of controls and processes to validate effectiveness; prepare compliance dashboards and reports for leadership review.
• Lead investigations into potential export control violations; develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified gaps; coordinate with internal audit and regulatory bodies on remediation efforts.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of recent experience with sanctions and export controls background.
• Master's degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred. Bachelor's degree required. Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with economic sanctions compliance programs.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) and DDTC requirements.
• Extensive experience managing export compliance programs in a complex, multistakeholder environment.
• Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and risk management principles. Familiarity with CUI handling and federal advisory contract frameworks.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and senior leadership.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employmentbased visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal wellbeing benefits. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, you will receive personal time off and holiday breaks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KPMG is an equalopportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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