International Trade Compliance Manager JBLE1_NI in Belfast

We are committed to fostering an environment for every teammate with great opportunities for professional growth. Our teams design, build and support advanced aerostructures, space and defence solutions, with safety, quality and trust at the heart of everything we do. We offer real career paths, flexibility where possible, and the opportunity to work on innovative projects that keep aircraft flying and help shape what comes next.

Generous holidays, range of flexible schedules, Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Program, professional development and growth, opportunity for advancement, free car parking, enhanced maternity pay.

Responsible for providing import & export customs and international trade compliance program expertise. Accountable for maintaining the integrity and completeness of the compliance programs with all applicable import and export laws and regulations across all functions at Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, Belfast. Manage the operational relationship with HM Revenue & Customs and Department of International Trade, as well as other government departments involved in Brexit (HM Treasury, Department of Business and Trade and the Northern Ireland Office, etc.).

Ultimately responsible for aligning Short Brothers Plc compliance with all applicable international trade laws and regulations such as with UK Export Control Act and Export Control Order 2008, the U.S. regulations such as ITAR (DDTC) and EAR (BIS), EU Dual-Use Regulation (EU 2021/821) as relevant, including applying for and management of UK Open General Export Licences (OGELs), Standard Individual Export Licences (SIELs), and compliance with Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Department for Business and Trade (DBT) requirements.

Govern and coordinate the denied party screening and ensure compliance with UK regulations. Support risk-based due diligence of customers and suppliers. Manage import and export customs compliance under UK HMRC regulations including the Northern Ireland Protocol, ensuring correct tariff classification (UK Global Tariff), customs valuation, and accurate use of procedures such as Simplified Customs Declaration Procedure (SCDP), Customs Warehouse (CW) and Inward Processing Relief (IPR).

Own the development and maintain internal policies and procedures aligned with UK export control, sanctions, and customs regulations and deliver trade compliance training across UK sites where applicable. Lead engagement with external trade organizations and government departments in support of the company’s international trade compliance activities, including matters related to the Northern Ireland Protocol.

Act as the primary point of contact for Department for Business and UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU), HMRC, and other relevant regulatory authorities. Support audits and inspections and respond to compliance queries or investigations. Maintain the company’s Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) approval for international supply chain safety & security and regularly review the compliance and risk status of Business Partners.

Identify, appoint and govern the Customs Brokers and Service Providers that are required to act on behalf of the company to ensure compliance with applicable customs regulations and legal deadlines.

Have a HND or equivalent and 8 years relevant experience, including extensive knowledge of international trade compliance legislation, customs procedures and export control regulations. Demonstrated leadership experience managing cross-functional compliance activities, stakeholder engagement and regulatory decision-making within a complex, operational environment.

Ability to act as a trusted compliance advisor, balancing regulatory requirements with operational business considerations. Strong practical understanding of either customs compliance or export controls, with the ability to operate effectively across both areas within a complex international environment.

Have essential detailed working knowledge and experience on systems such as CMUK (Ricardo) Duty Management System, Maxim, SAP and web-based solutions such as SPIRE/LITE. Possess knowledge of and practice continuous quality improvement techniques, Achieving Excellence System, Lean and 6 Sigma.

Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality compliance support within a fast-paced operational environment. The position also demands equally good people skills with a focus on the achievement of high personal and team performance through motivation, facilitation and development of the capabilities of team members.

We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

Skills: Customs trade compliance

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