Associate Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Please note that the salary range referenced is a general guideline only. Salary differentials are based on multiple factors including (but not limited to), geographic location, education/training, years of relevant experience/seniority, merit, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Mohawk Global is a 350+ person team of logistics and trade specialists dedicated to fulfilling the supply chain needs of our customers with a strong emphasis on customs brokerage, domestic and international transportation, trade compliance, education, and consulting. Our business practices are driven and exhibited daily by our three core values: to ENRICH purposefully, to CARE personally and to DELIVER professionally. We have been certified as a “Great Place To Work” for the past thirteen years…see what our greatest assets, our people, have to say about us here: The Associate Regulatory Compliance Specialist supports international trade compliance by managing post-entry processes, product classifications, and regulatory documentation. Customs and Participating Government Agency (PGA) requirements while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives. The position partners with internal teams and clients to resolve compliance issues and maintain accurate, compliant import/export activities.
Maintain compliance documentation, policies, and procedures under guidance
Customs and PGA compliance requirements
Support internal teams with compliance-related requests and standard classification needs
Learn and apply regulatory requirements under guidance
Investigate and resolve routine shipment, system, and compliance-related issues
Escalate complex compliance issues, discrepancies, or regulatory concerns as needed
Participate in process improvement initiatives led by senior team members
Support new client onboarding by completing required compliance setup tasks
Partner with internal teams to ensure consistent compliance processes
Assist with corporate compliance projects and cross-office initiatives
Maintain accurate and organized compliance records
Timely support of new client onboarding by completing required compliance setup tasks
Reduces compliance-related errors, rework, or penalties through proactive issue resolution
Contributes to process improvement initiatives that increase operational efficiency
Maintains audit-ready documentation and adherence to internal compliance standards
Customs regulations and import/export compliance
Proficiency in freight forwarding/compliance systems
Business Skills:
Process improvement and operational efficiency mindset
2–3 years of experience in international trade, freight forwarding, or similar industry
Customs compliance procedures
Experience with PGA compliance requirements
OFFICE / WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position operates in a professional office environment (and/or remotely from a home office) with a quiet to moderate noise level and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such computers, photocopying machines and storage/filing cabinets. Travel Requirement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law