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Salesforce

Director, Senior Corporate Counsel

• Head of Global Trade

2 months ago• Atlanta, GA (+4 more)Indianapolis, INWashington, DCAustin, TXChicago, IL
Viewed on February 1, 2026
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• Size: 10000+ employees
• Industry: Technology

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About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn't a buzzword - it's a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You're in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

In this role, you will lead the Global Trade function at Salesforce, including Sanctions, Export Controls, and Customs compliance. You will set the strategy, manage a team of 4-5 trade counsel and professionals, and oversee the operations of these programs. The position reports to the SVP, Global Ethics & Integrity.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute global trade compliance strategy aligned with Salesforce's business objectives and growth plans
• Establish and maintain relationships with external trade counsel, customs brokers, and regulatory agencies
• Monitor evolving global trade regulations and assess impact on Salesforce operations
• Oversee export control compliance for all Salesforce products, services, and technology transfers
• Manage export licensing processes and coordinate with government agencies (BIS, OFAC, State Department)
• Implement export control policies, procedures, and training programs
• Oversee team running robust screening processes for customers, partners, suppliers, and employees
• Oversee customs compliance for all international shipments and cross-border transactions
• Handle customs audits, inquiries, and dispute resolution processes
• Conduct regular trade compliance risk assessments across global operations
• Develop and maintain trade compliance monitoring and reporting systems
• Provide trade compliance guidance to sales, legal, product, and operations teams
• Develop comprehensive training programs for employees
• Serve as subject matter expert for trade-related aspects of new product launches and market expansions
• Support M&A activities by conducting trade compliance due diligence
• Prepare regular reports for executive leadership and board committees
• Manage government reporting requirements and voluntary disclosure processes

Desired skills and experience:

• JD with at least 8-10+ years in trade compliance work
• Strong preference for in-house work experience; work in the tech sector a plus
• Deep legal and/or regulatory expertise in US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions regulations, US Export Administration Regulations, US International Traffic in Arms Regulations, and US customs regulations
• Experience interfacing with government agencies, particularly OFAC and the US Bureau of Industry and Security. Experience with the US Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, US Customs and Border Protection, and the DOJ a plus
• Experience with, or willingness to learn and advise on, non-US sanctions, export control, and customs regimes, particularly in the EU and UK
• Skilled at assessing enterprise-wide trade compliance risk, and designing right-sized risk mitigation strategies
• Experience managing trade compliance processes, such as: export control classification, denied party screening, KYC due diligence, international shipping, deemed export screening, and company system/internal trade controls
• Proven leadership experience, including supervising and mentoring trade compliance professionals with a range of educational backgrounds and skill sets
• Experience advising on compliance tool development for a large enterprise; experience with AI a plus
• Adept at building multi-stakeholder collaboration and enabling a complex set of business teams and operations with compliance solutions
• Skilled at communicating trade compliance risks, opportunities, and needs to senior company leadership across different business functions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment

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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.

For Washington D.C based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $211,500 to $306,600.

For Illinois based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $211,500 to $306,600.

Client-provided location(s): Atlanta, GA, Indianapolis, IN, Washington, DC, Austin, TX, Chicago, ILJob ID: Salesforce-JR318596Employment Type: FULL_TIMEPosted: 2025-11-22T20:17:48Apply on company site

Perks and Benefits

Health and Wellness

• Health Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• FSA
• FSA With Employer Contribution
• HSA
• HSA With Employer Contribution
• Fitness Subsidies
• On-Site Gym
• Mental Health Benefits

Parental Benefits

• Adoption Leave
• Return-to-Work Program
• Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
• Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
• Fertility Benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Family Support Resources

Work Flexibility

• Flexible Work Hours
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Opportunities

Office Life and Perks

• Casual Dress
• Happy Hours
• Snacks
• Some Meals Provided
• Company Outings

Vacation and Time Off

• Paid Vacation
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Personal/Sick Days
• Leave of Absence
• Sabbatical
• Volunteer Time Off

Financial and Retirement

• 401(K)
• 401(K) With Company Matching
• Company Equity
• Stock Purchase Program
• Performance Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Financial Counseling

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development Stipend
• Promote From Within
• Mentor Program
• Shadowing Opportunities
• Access to Online Courses
• Lunch and Learns
• Internship Program
• Leadership Training Program
• Professional Coaching
• Work Visa Sponsorship

Diversity and Inclusion

• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Unconscious Bias Training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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