Trade Compliance Manager

A successful engineering contractor supply products and services to the defence sector require a Trade Compliance Manager. Applicants need deep knowledge of export controls (UK and US) and the ability to manage a small team of Trade Compliance Officers.

The Trade Compliance Manager will be responsible for leading and developing the function, ensuring compliance with UK, EU, and US (EAR/ITAR) export regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop the ITC team, promoting accountability and ownership.
Oversee export/import licensing and authorisations.
Provide expert guidance on UKML, Dual-Use, ITAR, EAR, and related regulations.
Drive continuous improvement and automation of TC processes.
Advise leadership on authorisation strategies and compliance risk.
Collaborate with key internal stakeholders across departments.

Experience & Skills:

Deep knowledge of UK, EU, and US export regulations (ITAR, EAR, UKML, etc.).
The ability to lead, manage and mentor a small team
Proactive, analytical, and confident in managing change and compliance.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment