Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Research Analyst to join our Tax & Regulations team. This fully remote role focuses on researching and tracking global trade regulations, primarily across LATAM and North America.
The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for new legal and regulatory changes, working closely with Business Analysts and ERP/GTS specialists. Client interaction is minimal; the role is primarily research-oriented.
Key Responsibilities
* Regulatory Research & Analysis:
* Monitor and maintain up-to-date awareness of legislative and regulatory changes in assigned countries using government websites, agencies, third-party sources, and in-country experts.
* Track global trade compliance regulations, including customs duties, export controls, sanctions, tariff updates, and other relevant requirements across jurisdictions (U.S., Canada, LATAM, etc.).
* Interpret, analyze, and document new or amended legislation in an internal repository with high accuracy and clarity.
* Prepare comparative analyses of regulatory changes when required.
* Ensure research and documentation meet ISO process standards.
SAP GTS Alignment
* Research and Insights:
* Research and provide insights relevant to SAP GTS (v11 or similar), supporting product specialists on topics such as:
* Export Control & Licensing
* Import Control & Market Access
* Sanctions & Restricted Party Compliance
* Customs & Tariff Management
* Trade Agreements & Origin Management
* Regulatory Reporting & Declarations
* Product & Classification Compliance
* Collaboration & Documentation:
* Deliver clear summaries and detailed regulatory insights needed by ERP and product specialists to implement system changes for clients.
* Collaborate with Business Analysts and fellow researchers to validate findings and maintain consistency.
* Support research expansion into Indirect Tax topics (VAT, GST, country-specific filing requirements) where applicable.
Qualifications and Skills
* Bilingual: English + one LATAM language (Spanish or Portuguese).
* 5+ years of professional experience in tax, global trade, or international regulatory research.
* Working knowledge of SAP GTS or similar trade compliance systems.
* Familiarity with international trade laws and frameworks (EAR, ITAR, EU Dual Use, WCO, etc.).
* Strong research, analytical, and documentation skills with excellent attention to detail.
Why Join Us?
* Work remotely while contributing to high-impact global compliance research.
* Collaborate with a diverse international team of trade and tax experts.
* Play a key role in helping global clients stay compliant with rapidly evolving regulations.