[Remote] Principal Legal Counsel, Global Trade and Supply Chain Counsel

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Medtronic is a global healthcare technology company dedicated to championing healthcare access and equity. The Principal Legal Counsel will provide legal guidance on global trade compliance, advise on complex regulatory questions, and support the Global Trade Operations within the Diabetes business. Responsibilities • Provide legal guidance on the intersection of multiple global trade compliance and strategic business initiatives • Advise on export, import and customs compliance program activities (country of origin, valuation, HTS classification, trade remedies, drawback, FTZs, FTAs, hand carry, customs programs (CTPAT), export controls (e.g., EAR), and economic sanctions (e.g., OFAC), sanctioned country licensing, restricted party screening, anti-boycott reporting • Stay abreast of current legal regulatory changes related to trade compliance and analyze impacts by providing interpretation and implementation guidance to impacted business and regions • Develop, implement and update the trade compliance program to drive compliance with global import laws, regulations and other trade-related requirements of US and non-US government agencies • Partner with enterprise supply chain, regional trade experts, and global/regional functional teams to manage trade compliance risks and work with such teams to implement effective controls to mitigate them • Develop and deliver legal and compliance training for employees on various global trade compliance requirements • Conduct trade-related investigations and audits, develop recommendations, and support issue mitigation and resolution • Willingness to be a utility player on the GOSC legal team primarily focusing on trade compliance, but assisting with other legal support needs as requested such as as indirect and direct procurement contracting, facilities and real estate matters, and environmental health and safety matters • Possess effective interpersonal, oral, presentation, and written communication skills Skills • Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized Law School • Licensed to practice law in at least one state or the District of Columbia • Minimum 5+ years of legal experience to include experience with global trade compliance programs with a focus on export, import laws and customs regulations • Understanding of the legal regulatory environment and business risks for a Life Science Company • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment • Experience or willingness to learn other substantive areas of law, including direct and indirect procurement contracting, environmental health and safety, or facilities and real estate matters Benefits • Health, Dental and vision insurance • Health Savings Account • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account • Life insurance • Long-term disability leave • Dependent daycare spending account • Tuition assistance/reimbursement • Simple Steps (global well-being program) • Incentive plans • 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match • Short-term disability • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Employee Assistance Program • Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) • Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums) Company Overview • Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry. It was founded in 1949, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Medtronic has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 349 in 2025, 387 in 2024, 291 in 2023, 310 in 2022, 300 in 2021, 261 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job

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