Director, Trade and Policy Counsel

Overview

A renewable energy manufacturing organization is seeking a Director, Trade and Policy Counsel to support its expanding legal, trade, compliance, and policy initiatives. This role focuses on international trade law, customs compliance, and regulatory policy impacting renewable energy manufacturing and supply chains. The position involves working closely with senior legal leadership, internal stakeholders, and outside counsel to navigate evolving trade frameworks, manage regulatory risks, and support policy efforts aligned with strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Support legal and strategic initiatives related to international trade, including antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) matters, safeguard actions, and trade remedy proceedings.
• Advise on customs compliance matters such as classification, valuation, and country-of-origin requirements.
• Ensure compliance with forced labor regulations, including obligations under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments concerning energy policy, trade policy, and manufacturing incentives.
• Coordinate with federal and state agencies and industry associations (e.g., USTR, DOC, CBP, DOE, SEIA) alongside internal leadership.
• Support the development and maintenance of internal compliance programs related to customs, trade, supply chain diligence, and ethics.
• Assist with legal and policy matters related to renewable energy incentives, including Sections 45X and 48E.
• Manage outside counsel engaged in trade investigations, regulatory inquiries, and related compliance matters.
• Contribute to policy positions, public comments, and regulatory strategies affecting the renewable energy manufacturing sector.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across legal, supply chain, operations, and investor relations to ensure alignment on regulatory and compliance matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, including work in trade, compliance, or regulatory law.
• Strong understanding of U.S. trade policy, customs law, and compliance frameworks affecting manufacturing and global supply chains.
• Experience advising on AD/CVD proceedings, trade remedies, or UFLPA compliance.
• Familiarity with renewable energy policy and advanced manufacturing incentives, including Sections 45X and 48E.
• Experience engaging with federal agencies and contributing to policy or regulatory initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate complex legal and policy work streams with internal teams and external advisors.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Business-minded approach with the ability to work at the intersection of law, policy, and operations.
• Skilled at navigating complex regulatory frameworks and translating them into practical guidance.
• Highly organized with the capability to manage multiple legal and policy projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative and effective in working across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Clear communicator able to translate technical legal issues into actionable insights for leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

Details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Location

The role is based at a fully operational 5GW solar module manufacturing facility located in Wilmer, Texas.