Senior Director, Trade & Compliance | Forensic & Litigation Consulting

Senior Director, Trade & Compliance | Forensic & Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

FTI Consulting is seeking a highly experienced Senior Director with 10+ years of comprehensive trade compliance and international trade experience to lead complex client engagements and ensure the highest standards of technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The Senior Director will advise clients on complex regulatory environments and directly oversee trade compliance activities and deliverables. Deep expertise in customs compliance, tariff mitigation programs, Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs), and sourcing regulations is critical. This senior leadership role is execution-focused, delivery-driven, and essential to maintaining client confidence in highly regulated and high-risk environments.

• Lead and oversee multiple high-impact, global client engagements with strategic, operational, and financial accountability
• Provide authoritative guidance on complex trade compliance matters, including U.S. and international customs laws, sourcing regulations, tariff mitigation, and trade policy developments
• Serve as senior technical advisor and final quality‑control authority for high‑risk or complex analyses, filings, and advisory deliverables
• Establish, enforce, and continuously improve standardized methodologies, controls, and quality assurance processes to ensure consistent, accurate execution across engagements
• Direct, mentor, and performance‑manage Directors, Managers, and project teams to ensure adherence to technical standards, timelines, and client expectations
• Proactively identify compliance risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities within client operations and recommend practical, actionable guidance
• Support business development efforts by identifying follow‑on opportunities and assisting Managing Directors with proposal development and expanding existing client relationships
• Stay current on regulatory developments and emerging trade compliance trends, translating changes into actionable guidance for clients and internal teams
• Represent FTI in select client meetings, industry forums, and regulatory discussions as a subject‑matter expert, as appropriate for the role

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

• Advanced degree (JD or MBA) preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in trade compliance, international trade, or regulatory consulting with demonstrated hands‑on execution responsibility
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi‑jurisdictional client engagements with direct involvement in technical analysis and review
• Demonstrated success leading…