Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Senior Trade Compliance Officer Location: Belfast (Hybrid working- 3 days in office vs home) Our Opportunity We currently have an opportunity based out of our Belfast site for a Senior Trade Compliance Officer. As a senior member of the Trade Compliance (TC) Team you will be responsible for, pertaining to compliance with international trade control laws, regulations and policies, in particular those related to UK and US export controls and UK Customs. This role is Operational focused. What will you deliver? Day to day responsible for managing internal stakeholders and external stakeholders (if required). To support the business line & provide the Head of TC with relevant analysis on reasonably complex TC issues related to small to sizeable & complex projects and contracts with very limited guidance. To identify TC risks and make recommendations to Business and the Head of TC in relation to small to sizeable & complex projects and contracts. To act as an authority on classifications when TC support is required from Engineering. To make their own license determination and support the team to make their own. To perform analysis to check and balance Business & Compliance issues to take position and advise the Business. To contribute to TC projects as a referent on their domain. To support audits with accurate records. To report suspected incidents and breaches to Head of TC. To support Head of TC when helping the TC Central team carrying out investigations, audits, and drafting Voluntary Disclosure. To contribute and deliver training in line with TC management guidance (if required). Contribute as a key user to the implementation of the local Trade Compliance policies, processes & tools. Support awareness and training sessions. Who are we looking for? You have: A solid knowledge and working experience of key Trade Compliance laws, regulations and best practice (including US and UK export controls, and UK Customs) Experience managing internal stakeholders Associated degree in law/international business/engineering, etc,. Minimum of 3 to 5 years import / export controls experience Desirable: Experience of working in defence/aerospace and/or dual-use sectors Some EU Export Controls knowledge Security Clearance statement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. What We Can Offer: We're committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you'll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation. Flexibility Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Benefits at Thales On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; Annual Performance Bonus Matched Pension up to 7% 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 2X times annual salary 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. LI-RS1 In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. 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