Director, Export Controls & Sanctions

About Kroll As the leading independent provider of risk and financial advisory solutions, Kroll leverages unique insights, data, and technology to help clients stay ahead of complex demands.

Our Trade & Customs practice is rapidly expanding, offering innovative solutions across global regulatory frameworks.

Role Overview Kroll is seeking an experienced Export Controls & Sanctions Director to lead and grow our advisory services in export controls and economic sanctions.

This individual will define strategy, drive business development, and oversee the delivery of high-quality client engagements while serving as a senior subject matter expert.

• Lead the development and expansion of Kroll’s export controls and sanctions advisory services, including strategy, service offerings, and market positioning
• Serve as a senior subject matter expert on EAR, ITAR, OFAC , and key global sanctions and export control regimes
• Provide guidance on complex regulatory, compliance, and risk scenarios across industries
• Oversee execution of client engagements, including risk assessments, compliance program design and enhancement, licensing and regulatory advisory, internal investigations
• Perform rigorous review and quality control of client deliverables to ensure accuracy, defensibility, and clarity
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders
• Drive business development initiatives, including originating opportunities, leading proposals, and executing growth strategies
• Enhance Kroll’s brand through thought leadership, industry engagement, and market visibility
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring effective execution, resource allocation, and financial performance
• Collaborate across Kroll service lines to deliver integrated solutions and identify cross-selling opportunities

• Deep expertise in U.S. export controls and sanctions (EAR, ITAR, OFAC), with familiarity across regimes
• Proven experience leading client engagements and managing complex compliance projects
• Strong business development track record, including client relationship management and revenue generation
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate strategically while executing tactically in a fast-paced environment
• Typically 10+ years of relevant experience; advanced degree (JD, MBA, or similar) preferred

Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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