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KPMG is currently seeking a Manager or Senior Manager to join our Trade and Customs practice.
Responsibilities
Meet with and provide advice to clients in a variety of industries on trade and customs compliance matters
Lead and manage client projects, including import/export classifications, audits, reviews, program development, and training among other areas
Support market development and thought‑leadership initiatives, including articles
Research, write, and review advice on various trade topics
Manage project engagement, including assembling teams, overseeing work, and full engagement responsibilities
Aid in the management, career development, and training of team members
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Additional Responsibility for Senior Manager
Oversee market, practice, and business development
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent direct consulting experience in trade compliance (e.g., 19 CFR, EAR, and ITAR) including tariff classification, customs valuation, free trade agreements, deemed exports, export jurisdiction, classification of complex products, licenses and other export authorizations, technology control plans, consent agreements, export controls and sanctions risk assessments, audits, and developing sustainable export compliance programs as an attorney, trade consultant, in‑house professional, or government official
JD/LLM preferred; minimum of a bachelor’s or associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or a minimum of twenty years of comparable experience; licensed CBL (Customs Broker License), CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), CPA, MBA, EA, or JD/LLM from KPMG’s approved credential list. Candidates who lack one designation at hire must obtain it within one year
In‑depth experience with U.S. import and export control regulations with the ability to address complex matters with practical and operational advice and solutions
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication/presentation skills with strong technical skills and the ability to review transactional data using data and analytics; consulting experience in a leading tax/advisory or trade law firm is highly preferred
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based sponsorship now or in the future (no H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, or other employment‑based visa sponsorship available)
Additional Qualifications for Senior Manager
Minimum eight years of recent trade consulting experience (19 CFR, EAR, and ITAR)
Demonstrated success in consulting with direct client development and management
We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Human resources and benefits information can be accessed on the KPMG US Careers site.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG 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 law.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role for which they are qualified and that is of interest to them.
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KPMG is currently seeking a Manager or Senior Manager to join our Trade and Customs practice.
Responsibilities
Meet with and provide advice to clients in a variety of industries on trade and customs compliance matters
Lead and manage client projects, including import/export classifications, audits, reviews, program development, and training among other areas
Support market development and thought‑leadership initiatives, including articles
Research, write, and review advice on various trade topics
Manage project engagement, including assembling teams, overseeing work, and full engagement responsibilities
Aid in the management, career development, and training of team members
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Additional Responsibility for Senior Manager
Oversee market, practice, and business development
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent direct consulting experience in trade compliance (e.g., 19 CFR, EAR, and ITAR) including tariff classification, customs valuation, free trade agreements, deemed exports, export jurisdiction, classification of complex products, licenses and other export authorizations, technology control plans, consent agreements, export controls and sanctions risk assessments, audits, and developing sustainable export compliance programs as an attorney, trade consultant, in‑house professional, or government official
JD/LLM preferred; minimum of a bachelor’s or associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or a minimum of twenty years of comparable experience; licensed CBL (Customs Broker License), CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), CPA, MBA, EA, or JD/LLM from KPMG’s approved credential list. Candidates who lack one designation at hire must obtain it within one year
In‑depth experience with U.S. import and export control regulations with the ability to address complex matters with practical and operational advice and solutions
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication/presentation skills with strong technical skills and the ability to review transactional data using data and analytics; consulting experience in a leading tax/advisory or trade law firm is highly preferred
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based sponsorship now or in the future (no H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, or other employment‑based visa sponsorship available)
Additional Qualifications for Senior Manager
Minimum eight years of recent trade consulting experience (19 CFR, EAR, and ITAR)
Demonstrated success in consulting with direct client development and management
We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Human resources and benefits information can be accessed on the KPMG US Careers site.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG 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 law.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role for which they are qualified and that is of interest to them.
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