Job Description

The Senior Compliance Attorney for International Affairs is responsible for compliance with U.S. regulations relevant to international trade, and for managing the legal aspect of the international distribution of the Company’s U.S. brands. The regulatory work will include compliance with export controls, economic sanctions, customs law and other regulations affecting international trade. The attorney must be deeply interested in international affairs, and knowledgeable about the geopolitical climate and regulatory trends. The distribution work will include the drafting and management of international distribution contracts. The position reports to the lead for Global Compliance, who has a solid reporting line to the Chief Audit and Compliance Officer and a dotted line reporting to the Office of the General Counsel of FCA US LLC.

Job Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and counsel to Stellantis business groups on OFAC sanctions, restricted party vetting, BIS export controls, Anti-Forced Labor law and related issues.

Provide legal advice to Customs law, including U.S. Tariffs.

Conduct global Legal Compliance questionnaires.

Draft and review international distribution agreements and manage distribution related litigation.
Collaborate with international compliance team to ensure the effective and efficient deployment of the company’s global Compliance Program, including in the drafting and review of policies and the design and deployment of controls.

Location(s)

Washington, DC, USA

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a strong academic background

10+ years of legal practice, including 3+ years in an outside law firm setting

Admitted to practice law in at least one state

Preferred Qualifications

Articulate, Multi-lingual
Fluent in Mandarin
Specialized Trade Attorney
Experience and interest in international business matters

Business‑minded, people‑oriented approach with the ability to deliver practical legal solutions in a fast‑paced environment

Ability to identify issues, assess risk, and develop clear options and recommendations for business stakeholders

Creative, willing to propose solutions that challenge the status quo

Sound judgment and ownership mindset, including the ability to escalate issues appropriately

Interest in developing a deep understanding of the automotive business

Employment Type

Full-time

Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.