Draken believes in fair reward and recognition for our employees. As such, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including up to 12% matching pension contributions, bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes and much more. Role Overview The Head of Trade Compliance is responsible for establishing, leading, and continuously improving the organisation’s global trade compliance framework. This role ensures full compliance with applicable import, export, customs, sanctions, embargoes, and trade control regulations, while enabling the business to operate efficiently and competitively across international markets. The role acts as the key subject matter expert and strategic advisor to senior leadership on trade compliance risk, regulatory change, and operational integration. Key Responsibilities Develop and own Draken’s global trade compliance strategy, aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements Establish and maintain trade compliance policies, standards and governance frameworks across all regions Act as the senior escalation point for complex or high-risk trade compliance matters Provide insight, reporting and assurance to senior leadership, Audit Committee and Board as required Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with UK, EU, US and international regulations, including export controls, customs, sanctions and embargo regimes (e.g. UK Export Control Order, EU Dual-Use, EAR, ITAR, OFSI, OFAC) Monitor regulatory changes, assess business impact and implement required actions Lead licensing strategies and ensure effective control and utilisation Risk, Assurance global experience highly advantageous. Proven ability to design and implement enterprise-level compliance frameworks. Experience dealing with regulatory authorities and managing audits or disclosures. Strategic leadership with strong commercial awareness. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels. Strong analytical and risk-based decision-making capability. Pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with attention to detail. Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear operational guidance. High integrity and sound professional judgement. Education
Head of Trade Compliance employer: Draken Europe
Draken Europe is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment on Teesside where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, competitive remuneration, and the opportunity to lead impactful procurement strategies that shape the future of the industry. With a culture that values continuous improvement and teamwork, Draken Europe provides a rewarding career path for those looking to make a significant difference in their field.
