Trade Compliance Specialist

Would you value reporting directly into the CFO, with real autonomy to oversee Trade Compliance rather than operating in a narrow policy role? Are you motivated by a clear mid-term progression path into a Group / Corporate Trade Compliance role, overseeing compliance across multiple group businesses? Do you want to work in an organisation with an exceptional culture, flat management structure, and double-digit growth year on year, led by a charismatic President driving the business from strength to strength? If so, this is a rare opportunity for a Trade Compliance Specialist to step into a highly visible, business-critical role within a global aerospace, space, and defense manufacturer supporting mission-critical propulsion, equipment, and defense programs. As a Trade Compliance Specialist, you will have genuine ownership of Trade Compliance execution while working closely with senior leadership, engineering, and operations. As a Trade Compliance Specialist, you will: Own hands-on Trade Compliance execution across ITAR/EAR and export authorisations Act as the primary point of contact for Trade Compliance across a major manufacturing division Review export requests and make determinations on licensing, exemptions, and exceptions Prepare, submit, and manage export authorisations with audit-ready documentation Partner directly with engineering, shipping, sales, and operations to enable compliant execution The ideal Trade Compliance Specialist will bring: Hands-on Trade Compliance experience within manufacturing Strong working knowledge of ITAR/EAR Proven ability to perform complex export classification analysis, not just follow procedures Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years relevant experience, or 5+ years without a degree Confidence advising senior stakeholders on Trade Compliance risk, decisions, and escalation paths This Trade Compliance Specialist opportunity offers true autonomy, direct exposure to senior leadership, and a defined progression path into Group / Corporate Trade Compliance leadership within a growing, high-performing organisation. All suitable applicants will be contacted within 24 hours. Interviews are ongoing, so apply today to avoid missing out!

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