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Trade Compliance Manager / Export Compliance Manager - Defence

Barclay Meade

Chelmsford

Hybrid

GBP 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trade / Export Compliance Manager to lead compliance efforts in a dynamic hybrid environment. This role involves ensuring adherence to UK export control and US ITAR/EAR regulations while driving continuous improvement in compliance programs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in trade compliance, particularly within the defence sector, and will be responsible for managing compliance controls, conducting training, and supporting internal assessments. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-tech environment while collaborating with various teams to enhance compliance practices.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in trade/export compliance, especially in defence.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK & US Export Laws and Regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Drive continuous improvement of Trade Compliance programs and policies.
  • Support compliance program elements including reviews and authorisations.

Skills

Trade Compliance
Export Compliance
ITAR/EAR
Problem Solving
Communication Skills

Tools

Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint

Job description

Job summary

My clients who are a leading defence company is recruiting for a Trade / Export Compliance Manager to join on a permanent basis in Chelmsford (hybrid working arrangements).

Key skills required for this role

Trade Compliance, Export Compliance, ITAR/EAR.

Important

Proven experience within a trade / export compliance role, defence experience is essential.

Job description

The Trade / Export Compliance Manager will be responsible for all programmes associated to the site being the focal point of contract for all Trade / Export compliance requirements relating to UK export control and US ITAR/EAR regulations.

Role: Trade Compliance Manager / Export Compliance Manager
Location: Chelmsford (hybrid working)
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + benefits

Key responsibilities of the Trade Compliance Manager / Export Compliance Manager role will include but are not limited to:

  1. Drive continuous improvement and implementation of Trade Compliance (TC) program elements, policies, procedures and automated tools based on regulatory and corporate requirements.
  2. Ensure proper TC controls are identified, embedded and consistently executed.
  3. Support the team with all elements of the compliance program including transactional reviews, application and management of local export authorisations, denied party screening, jurisdiction and classification, transactional due diligence, technology transfers, facility controls and record keeping management.
  4. Provide consistent guidance and frequent communication on trade compliance matters, including regular regulatory updates to raise awareness on trade compliance.
  5. Conduct and support internal assessments, investigations, and completion of corrective actions for the site.
  6. Identify training needs and conduct training sessions, as well as self-development and development of the team.
  7. Continuously seek improvements and efficiencies without compromising the compliance level, utilising root cause evaluation and lessons learned.

Key skills and experience required for Trade Compliance Manager / Export Compliance Manager include but are not limited to:

  1. Proven track record in a similar capacity for a high tech/defence environment with experience in licensing.
  2. In-depth knowledge of UK & US Export Laws and Regulations.
  3. Experience with managing teams and fully partnering with the business at all levels.
  4. Demonstrated ability with solving complex problems using collaborative techniques.
  5. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
  6. Previous program/project management experience highly desired.
  7. Strong Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

To apply for this Trade Compliance Manager / Senior Trade Compliance Manager / Trade Control Manager / Senior Trade Control Manager / Export Compliance Manager / Senior Export Compliance Manager, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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