Trade Compliance Manager

International Trade Compliance Manager

Location: Marlow (At least 4 days on site)

Are you an expert in international trade compliance looking to lead and shape a compliance function within a dynamic organisation? We have an exciting opportunity for an International Trade Compliance Manager to drive strategic initiatives and ensure adherence to global trade regulations.

About the Role:

As the International Trade Compliance Manager, you will oversee and enhance trade compliance processes, ensuring full alignment with UK, EU, and US export control regulations (EAR/ITAR). You will lead a dedicated team, provide expert guidance, and collaborate across departments to support business growth while maintaining compliance excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the trade compliance function, ensuring adherence to global export control laws.
• Develop and implement compliance strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert advice on US, UK, and EU export regulations, including licensing requirements.
• Drive process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training and guidance on compliance best practices across the organisation.
• Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including sales, engineering, supply chain, and regulatory bodies.
• Assess and classify technology, hardware, and software to ensure appropriate authorisation and controls for exports and imports.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams.
• A proactive and strategic thinker who can drive change and process improvements.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities, able to work effectively across all levels of the business.
• Deep knowledge of UKML, Dual-Use, USML, EAR, ITAR, and related export control regulations.
• A Bachelor’s degree in International Trade or a relevant field.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance while supporting business objectives.
• The ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) is essential – candidates who do not meet this requirement cannot be considered.

Why Join Us?

• Be a key player in strengthening our trade compliance culture.
• Work with a forward-thinking team in a company committed to innovation and excellence.
• Make a meaningful impact by shaping compliance strategies that drive business success.

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in international trade compliance and contribute to a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you!