Export Control Officer
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
?? Defence Industry | Hybrid (3 days on site)
?? Circa £45,000 + bonus + strong benefits
Export control isn't box-ticking. It's about protecting national security while enabling responsible global trade.
We're supporting a leading defence organisation looking to appoint two Export Control Officers to join a growing compliance function. These roles sit at the heart of programme delivery, advising on UK and US export regulations across complex, cutting-edge technology projects.
If you enjoy working at the intersection of law, technology and geopolitics, this is a genuinely interesting opportunity.
The Role
You'll be responsible for ensuring the compliant transfer of goods, software, technology and information in line with:
* UK Strategic Export Control regulations
* OGEL / OGTCL frameworks
* US ITAR and EAR requirements
* Re-export and US-origin content considerations
You'll assess export risks, support licensing activity, maintain accurate audit records and advise stakeholders across engineering, commercial and programme teams.
This is a role where judgement matters. You'll be balancing commercial needs with regulatory responsibility on sensitive defence capability.
What We're Looking For
* Experience in export control, trade compliance or regulatory governance
* Strong understanding of UK Export Control regulations
* Working knowledge of US ITAR and EAR (re-export, retransfer, US-origin content)
* Background in defence, aerospace or advanced technology preferred
* Clear communicator who can explain complex regulations in plain English
* Detail-driven, organised and risk-aware
Degree education is advantageous but not essential.
What's On Offer
* Circa £45,000 depending on experience
* Company bonus (up to £2,500)
* Up to 14% combined pension contribution
* Flexi leave (up to 15 additional days)
* Paid overtime opportunities
* Hybrid working (3 days on site)
* Enhanced parental leave
* Healthcare cash plan
* Strong long-term career stability within a secure industry
British citizenship required due to security clearance. xcswzye
If you're currently in export compliance and looking for a role where you'll have real impact across high-profile defence programmes, I'd be keen to speak.