The Senior Corporate Counsel, Compliance will join a world-class legal department providing advice, strategy, training, and guidance on compliance issues throughout the global, international network that is Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. and its subsidiaries, a publicly traded Fortune 500 company based in Bellevue, Washington. Working in tandem with the VP, Associate General Counsel, and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design, oversight, and continuous improvement of Expeditors’ global compliance program, with direct advisory engagement to and with company leadership.

Key responsibilities include supporting and advising leadership and business teams on compliance with existing and forthcoming laws and regulations, including applicable international laws. The role involves advising on issues such as import and export controls, sanctions and embargoes, denied parties and vessels, anti-corruption, antitrust, and anti-boycott laws and regulations. Additionally, the counsel will manage compliance-related regulatory matters, investigations, and outside counsel, including related budgets, and partner closely with Internal Audit and Accounting/Finance to support compliance risk assessments, monitoring, whistleblower reports, and remediation efforts.

The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctorate, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent degree, and be licensed or authorized to practice law in good standing. A minimum of 7 years of legal experience with significant responsibility for compliance, regulatory, or investigations matters is required, with preference for experience at a top law firm and/or in-house legal department. Significant in-house experience advising a global business on compliance or regulatory matters is strongly preferred. The candidate should demonstrate impeccable integrity, sound judgment, and strong analytical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full-time employees, including paid vacation, holidays, health insurance, life insurance, an employee stock purchase plan, training and personnel development programs, growth opportunities within the company, and an employee referral program bonus. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with an expected travel requirement of 5% to 15%, and a valid passport is required for international travel.

Expeditors fosters a professional and friendly environment that encourages innovation and customer service excellence. With a global network of over 350 locations and a commitment to promoting from within, the company provides ample opportunities for career growth and development. Joining Expeditors means becoming part of a team that values professionalism, leadership, and a customer-focused approach to logistics.