Export and Trade Compliance Director

Export and Trade Compliance Director Location: Newport Beach, CA, USA, 92660 Company: Tower Semiconductor Ltd. Responsibilities Provide strategic and legal guidance on Tower’s U.S. trade compliance program, ensuring compliance with EAR, ITAR, OFAC, sanctions, CBP, and other import/export laws. Develop and maintain trade compliance programs for emerging laws and partner with stakeholders to design and implement supply‑chain due diligence programs. Provide legal advice and operationalize trade compliance programs to ensure compliance with export controls in the advanced computing and semiconductor sectors. Monitor legal, regulatory, and trade developments that impact Tower’s business and deliver clear legal guidance to mitigate impacts. Advise and lead drafting of strategic export licenses and other regulatory filings. Lead, manage and provide guidance for a global team of trade compliance/operations professionals. Collaborate with business functions (Legal, Finance/Tax, HR, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales, Customer Support, Corporate Strategy) to build integrated, forward‑looking trade compliance processes. Direct creation and maintenance of trade compliance policies and guidelines. Implement technology tools to streamline and enhance trade compliance operations. Develop continuous improvement activities, including compliance assurance and risk assessment programs. Design and execute risk‑based trade compliance training and communication. Lead projects to enhance trade compliance efficiency and value contribution. Develop a trade compliance roadmap and strategic planning. Assume responsibility for emerging risk areas and promote a culture of trade compliance and ethics. Travel to Tower’s sites globally to meet stakeholders, conduct training, and improve processes. Requirements Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in the United States. Licensed customs broker. 10+ years of experience advising multinational businesses on U.S. export controls, sanctions, and semiconductor trade compliance. Experience managing a team of trade compliance professionals at all career levels. Experience building and leading a trade compliance function in a multinational company. Strategic thought leader with business acumen and sound judgment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to distill complex legal concepts into simple terms for business. Strong presentation skills. Deep expertise in U.S. export controls and sanctions regulations. Knowledge of import compliance including country of origin determinations, valuation, and HTS classifications. Experience managing outside counsel and budgets. Experience leading multi‑functional projects to completion. Strong people and management skills to develop, train and grow a team. Nimble learner, quick to master new technologies; technical/engineering background a plus. Compensation: $200,000 - $212,000. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tower Semiconductor