Export Control Officer - London, to £70k + bens

Your new company

I'm currently working with a household brand and a leader in its field. Due to increased complexities and regulations around Trade Compliance, the Head of Tax is now looking to recruit an Export Control Officer to join the team.

Your new role

As a detail-oriented and proactive Export Control Officer you will join the team based in NW London albeit other locations around the UK can be considered. In this role, you will report directly to the Regional Export Control Compliance Manager and play a crucial part in ensuring compliance with export control laws and regulations. You will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and managing export control risks associated with our business activities.

* Join the group's international C/TXE team as the Export Control Officer for Export Control Compliance Organisation in the region of
Great Britain and Republic of Ireland. You will provide strategic export control insights into current and future business opportunities by anticipating potential risks and implementing effective mitigation measures.
* Assist in the implementation of regional and local processes, conduct effective risk management for the region or country, and establish necessary controls and audits.
* Additionally, you will deploy global standards and guidelines in the areas of export controls and sanctions law at the regional level and be responsible for drafting additional national and regional policies.
* Conduct thorough assessments of export transactions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
* As part of a strong network of regional and national Export Control Officers, you will collaborate in a multicultural environment and exchange knowledge with experts from around the world.
* Continuously monitor the business activities with special focus on circumvention and review and release of business models or individual transactions.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation related to export control activities and transactions.
* Participate in audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance measures and controls.
* Assist in the investigation of potential compliance violations and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications required:

* Education: completed university studies in business administration, business law or a comparable subject
* Experience and Knowledge: evidence of relevant working experience in export controls, sanctions compliance and foreign trade, knowledge of sanctions and export control law and best practices.
* Personality and Working Practice: bring in your engagement and willingness to collaborate in a fast-changing, international environment. Your personality is convincing and communicative, and you are resilient and keep calm.
* Languages: fluent in written and spoken English for business communication.

What you'll need to succeed

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

* In-depth knowledge of UK, &EU Export Control Laws and Regulations
* Knowledge US Export Re-export control regulations.
* Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders across functions and geographies.
* Experience in developing compliance programs, including preparing policies and internal controls; developing and conducting training; responding to government investigations; and supporting with contracts.

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