Trade Compliance Officer – Export Control / ITAR / EAR
Defence / Aerospace Sector
We are seeking a Trade Compliance Officer with strong Export Control experience to join a leading engineering and defence technology organisation.
This is a hands-on role focused on UK export licensing, ITAR/EAR compliance, customs regulations, and regulatory interface. You will act as the subject matter expert for export control matters across Engineering, Projects, Sales and Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and submit UK export licence applications (OGEL, OIEL, SIEL, F680)
* Manage SPIRE / LITE administration and ECJU liaison
* Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, ECCN classification and DDTC requirements
* Conduct Denied Party Screening and sanctions checks (OFAC)
* Support internal and external export control audits
* Advise on customs regimes (IPR, OPR, PCC) and HS classification
* Deliver export control training across the business
* Draft voluntary disclosures where required
Requirements:
* Proven experience in Export Control / Trade Compliance
* Strong knowledge of UK Export Licensing and ECJU processes
* Practical ITAR and EAR experience
* ECCN classification expertise
* Defence, aerospace or controlled technology background
* Experience preparing complex licence applications
This role would suit a Trade Compliance Specialist, Export Control Officer, Export Compliance Officer or International Trade Compliance professional seeking ownership and regulatory exposure within a technically advanced environment.
Apply now if you have hands-on export licensing experience within defence or aerospace and are looking to take full operational ownership of trade compliance activities