At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team ensuring compliance with international trade laws in aerospace and defence.
- Company: Join a British-owned leader in aerospace design and manufacturing.
- Benefits: Up to £75K salary, hybrid working, private medical, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership and extensive knowledge of US and UK export regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 75000 £ per year.
Our client, a design and manufacturer of critical, high-performance components for aerospace and defence is recruiting for a Trade Compliance Manager, to be based at offices local to Maidenhead, Berkshire. The role will be based onsite 4 days a week with 1 day working from home office.
On Offer:
- An opportunity to join a British owned leading design and manufacturing specialist for the Aerospace industry
- Salary up to £75K plus bonus DOE
- Hybrid working - 4 days onsite, 1 day from home
- Private Medical
- 25 days annual leave
- 8% Employer Pension Contribution
Main Purpose of the Trade Compliance Manager:
Reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance the role will lead International Trade Compliance (ITC) function ensuring Company compliance with international trade compliance laws and regulations, including UK, EU and US (EAR/ITAR). The role is responsible for a team of 4.
Duties & Responsibilities of the Trade Compliance Manager:
- Lead the ITC team to provide licensing, authorisation support, guidance, and training as required for the ongoing prospects of the business, driving accountability and ownership where required within the team and within the Company.
- Lead initiatives related to the development, automation, and continuous improvement of ITC processes and tools impacting all employees.
- Provide guidance and authorisation strategy concerning the requirements, interpretation, and obligations of US export/re-export regulations and the implementation of such requirements.
- Provide people and subject matter leadership within the business and Senior Leadership Team by creating an environment that accelerates development of ITC competency and talent.
- Establish relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including Inside Sales, Engineering, Commercial, Supply Chain and Projects.
- Responsible for the evaluation of technology, hardware, and software (including classification and interpretation of UKML, Dual-Use, USML, EAR, ITAR) to identify ITC requirements and ensure appropriate authorisations and controls for exports and imports are in place.
Qualifications and Experience required:
- Leadership and team management skills, ability to motivate, develop, create a culture in which teamwork can flourish, encourage creative ideas and continually raise the bar.
- Highly experienced with US export, security and military regulations (ITAR, EAR, CUI, DFARS).
- Highly experienced with UK and EU export, security and military regulations (UKML, Dual-Use, Official-Sensitive, MOD F680).
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in International Trade or a related field.
- Experience working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Proactive in overcoming challenges, implementing change and improvements.
- Confidence in taking ownership, accountability and delegating effectively.
International Trade Compliance Manager in Thatcham employer: Broughton Group
Join a leading British design and manufacturing specialist in the aerospace industry, where you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that values innovation and teamwork. With a competitive salary of up to £75K, hybrid working options, and generous benefits including private medical insurance and an 8% employer pension contribution, this role offers not just a job but a pathway for professional growth and development. Located in Maidenhead, Berkshire, you will be part of a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and accountability, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
