Trade Compliance Counsel

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
This role focuses on managing trade compliance risks across customers, transactions, and business activities, including investigations and risk assessments.You will provide practical, business-oriented recommendations and support key decisions in complex and high-impact situations.
  • Platform with strong international exposure
  • Positioned in high-growth sectors

About Our Client

Our client is a globally integrated electronics solutions provider with strong manufacturing and design capabilities, serving international brands across multiple industries.

The company offers a highly international platform, operates in fast-growing sectors, and fosters a collaborative, professional working environment.

Job Description

  • Assess compliance risks associated with clients, transactions, and operating models, and provide actionable recommendations to support business decision-making
  • Conduct in-depth investigations into high-risk customers, partners, and trade activities, producing structured findings and clear conclusions
  • Participate in governance processes (e.g., investigation panels) by delivering analytical insights and risk perspectives
  • Review and analyze trade compliance implications in major transactions, including M&A deals and strategic initiatives
  • Identify potential compliance exposure embedded in commercial arrangements and transaction structures
  • Examine and advise on contractual terms related to export controls and sanctions, ensuring consistency with legal requirements and internal standards
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Legal, Compliance, Commercial, Procurement) to embed compliance into day-to-day operations
  • Escalate significant or complex compliance concerns to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline (Law, International Trade, Compliance, etc.)
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in trade compliance, investigations, or risk advisory
  • Practical knowledge of export control regimes, sanctions regulations, and restricted party screening
  • Prior exposure to handling sensitive or high-risk compliance matters in multinational environments is advantageous

What's on Offer

  • Platform with strong international exposure
  • Positioned in high-growth sectors
  • Collaborate with a highly professional team
Contact
Megan Gong
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7039903
Phone number
+8621 6026 8064

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
Commercial
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Megan Gong
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8064
Job Reference
JN-062026-7039903

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.