Description

In this role, you will spearhead the trade compliance strategy for Europe, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating with various teams. Your expertise will guide compliance efforts, from licensing to training, making a significant impact on operations.

Requirements

• •Minimum 10-15 years of experience in trade compliance
• •Extensive knowledge of EU export control frameworks
• •Experience managing compliance programs across multiple European jurisdictions
• •Proven ability to interact with government agencies and regulatory bodies
• •Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• •Bachelor’s degree in law, International Trade, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• •Fluency in English; additional European languages a plus
• •Experience in the semiconductor, aerospace, or defense sectors
• •Familiarity with U.S. re-export controls (ITAR, EAR)
• •Prior engagement with AEO and Known Consignor programs
• •Experience with compliance automation tools and ERP integration

Tasks

• •Lead the development of a European trade compliance strategy
• •Ensure compliance with EU Regulation 2021/821 and national export control laws
• •Oversee licensing processes for military and strategic goods
• •Serve as the primary liaison with European regulatory bodies
• •Develop and maintain Internal Compliance Programs for high-risk products
• •Conduct internal audits and risk assessments
• •Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• •Provide strategic guidance on compliance risks related to military technology
• •Collaborate with security and IT teams on technology access controls
• •Lead training programs on military and strategic goods regulations
• •Collaborate with legal counsel on disclosures and government inquiries

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