International Trade Compliance Manager

Copello are working with a defence client who are looking for an International Trade Compliance Manager to support the company’s compliance with international trade compliance laws and regulations, including UK, EU and US (EAR/ITAR). The ITC Manager will be responsible for ensuring the company maintains a compliant and effective International Trade Compliance (ITC) function. Acting as the organisation’s ITC expert, you will provide guidance on all aspects of trade control compliance, engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to address issues and queries. The role includes representing the company to government agencies during compliance audits in partnership with ITC Officers, as well as developing and maintaining a comprehensive training plan to support the identification, delivery, and evaluation of international trade activities across the business. Key Responsibilities * Management and development of ITC team * Prepare and communicate monthly export forecast * Review and provide external classifications for products and services and maintained within ERP system. * Screening Suppliers and Customers * Understand and ensure compliance with UK and US Export Legislation. * Maintain suitable procedures and records to demonstrate control of exports to meet HMRC and/or Corporate audits and company policies * Support HMRC/MoD audits and compliance visits * Ensuring adequate preparation, training and communication within the company * Be the expert guiding purchasing, engineering, projects, commercial and other functions to ensure compliance * Development and continuous improvement of processes and controls to ensure compliance is maintained throughout the business * Deliver training, guidance and expertise the business * Advise on export issues in gate reviews through project lifecycles. Out line of Competencies * Leadership and team management skills, ability to motivate, develop, create a culture in which teamwork can flourish * Proactive in overcoming challenges, implementing change and improvements * Confident in taking ownership, accountability and delegating effectively * Confident in decision-making * Possess a natural curiosity and an inquisitive nature, constantly seeking to understand and improve processes. * Effective time management and ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Strong analytical skills and ability to quickly distil and simplify information * Openness to exploring change and embracing new technologies where they can add value * High level of professionalism and strong communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal * Ability to interact with and command respect of the team and senior leadership, clearly and concisely * Confident in collaborating cross-functionally and across sites to drive positive outcomes * Excellent attention to detail and record keeping Qualifications * Experience within the Defence/Aerospace Industry * Strong understanding of UK import and export requirements for military products * Good understanding of US ITAR and EAR regulations including their impact in the UK * Effective risk management * Experience working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment