A successful engineering contractor supply products and services to the defence sector require a Trade Compliance Manager. Applicants need deep knowledge of export controls (UK and US) and the ability to manage a small team of Trade Compliance Officers.


The Trade Compliance Manager will be responsible for leading and developing the function, ensuring compliance with UK, EU, and US (EAR/ITAR) export regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
*Lead and develop the ITC team, promoting accountability and ownership.
*Oversee export/import licensing and authorisations.
*Provide expert guidance on UKML, Dual-Use, ITAR, EAR, and related regulations.
*Drive continuous improvement and automation of TC processes.
*Advise leadership on authorisation strategies and compliance risk.
*Collaborate with key internal stakeholders across departments.


Experience & Skills:
*Deep knowledge of UK, EU, and US export regulations (ITAR, EAR, UKML, etc.).
*The ability to lead, manage and mentor a small team
*Proactive, analytical, and confident in managing change and compliance.
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
*Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.