Trade Compliance Senior Specialist

Who we areVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFutureAbout this RoleWe are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support global trade compliance processes by reviewing escalations from first-line screening activities. This role focuses on assessing potential compliance risks, conducting due diligence on entities and transactions, and ensuring adherence to international sanctions and export control regulations. The position plays a vital role in safeguarding organisational operations, supporting risk mitigation, and contributing expertise within the compliance framework.What you’ll doReview and investigate escalations from first-line trade compliance screening to determine true or false matchesConduct detailed due diligence on target entities, including ownership and control structures, and prepare accurate organisational chartsCollaborate with internal stakeholders to gather, validate, and analyse transaction and entity-related informationAssess regulatory restrictions by reviewing relevant sanctions and export control regimes to determine business impact or licence requirementsEscalate confirmed true matches to the relevant centre of excellence for decision-makingDocument assessments, findings, and decisions clearly and consistentlyProvide oversight of first-line activities to ensure quality and compliance standards are maintainedMonitor updates to global sanctions and export control regulations (e.g. OFAC, EU, UN)Support continuous improvement of trade compliance screening processesExecute data control processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standardsRespond to queries promptly while maintaining accurate and up-to-date recordsUndertake additional job-related activities aligned to business needsWho you areDemonstrated experience (3–5 years) in compliance, investigations, or risk managementStrong understanding of export control and global sanctions frameworksExperience conducting detailed due diligence on complex organisational structuresAbility to interpret regulatory requirements and evaluate transactional risksStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesEffective collaboration and communication skills with internal stakeholdersProfessional certifications such as ICA, CGSS, or CAMS are advantageousExperience within a shared services or telecommunications environment is beneficialNot a perfect fit?Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.What's in it for youOpportunity to work in a global compliance function with exposure to international regulations and marketsCollaborative environment with cross-functional engagement across Vodafone teamsInvolvement in high-impact decisions that support business integrity and risk mitigationProfessional development through exposure to evolving compliance frameworks and practicesWhat skills you will learnAdvanced trade compliance and sanctions screening expertiseInvestigative due diligence techniques and risk assessment methodologiesInterpretation of complex international regulatory frameworksStakeholder collaboration and decision documentation practicesProcess improvement and operational compliance managementVOIS Equal Opportunity Employer CommitmentVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. 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