Compliance Manager
Copello is working with a defence client seeking an International Trade Compliance Manager to lead the compliance function, ensuring adherence to international trade laws and regulations, including UK, EU, and US (EAR/ITAR).
Responsibilities
1. Lead the ITC team in providing licensing, authorization support, guidance, and training to support business prospects, fostering accountability within the team and the company.
2. Drive initiatives to develop, automate, and continuously improve ITC processes and tools impacting all employees.
3. Provide guidance on US export/re-export regulations, including interpretation and obligations, and oversee their implementation.
4. Lead and develop ITC competencies within the business and Senior Leadership Team, creating an environment conducive to talent development.
5. Establish relationships with key stakeholders across departments such as Sales, Engineering, Commercial, Supply Chain, and Projects.
6. Evaluate technology, hardware, and software (including classification and interpretation of UKML, Dual-Use, USML, EAR, ITAR) to identify ITC requirements and ensure proper authorizations and controls for exports and imports.
Experience Required
* Leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and foster teamwork.
* Proactive approach to overcoming challenges and implementing change.
* Ownership, accountability, and effective delegation skills.
* Curiosity and a desire to understand and improve processes.
* Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong analytical skills to distill and simplify complex information.
* Openness to adopting new technologies that add value.
* High professionalism with strong communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to interact respectfully with team members and senior leadership, communicating clearly and concisely.
* Collaborative mindset to work across functions and sites for positive outcomes.
Qualifications
* Extensive experience with US export, security, and military regulations (ITAR, EAR, CUI, DFARS).
* Extensive experience with UK and EU export, security, and military regulations (UKML, Dual-Use, Official-Sensitive, MOD F680).
* Bachelor’s degree in International Trade or a related field.
* Experience in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Key Measures
* Strengthening the trade compliance program and culture within the company.
* Adding value to overall company productivity.
* Successful passing of internal and external audits.
Please note: SC clearance must be eligible for this role.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience, please apply now. We will be in touch.
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