Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Responsible for overseeing import and export compliance activities to ensure alignment with applicable U.S. and international trade regulations. Partners cross-functionally to implement and maintain effective compliance processes, provide guidance and training, and evaluate risk across transactions and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

-Ensure compliance with applicable import/export laws, including customs regulations, export controls, and sanctions programs

Interpret and apply current trade regulations and integrate requirements into internal processes and controls

-Maintain and periodically review compliance procedures, work instructions, and audit mechanisms

-Support product classification efforts and validate classification data (e.g., HTS, Schedule B) within internal systems

-Collaborate with engineering and operations teams on classification and regulatory considerations

-Deliver trade compliance training to new hires and existing employees

-Review and approve license or permit applications, as required

-Develop and maintain technology control plans and oversee controlled technology transfers

-Manage and audit third-party screening processes and ensure appropriate follow-up on flagged entities

-Conduct risk assessments on transactions and confirm due diligence requirements are met

-Review contract requirements related to trade compliance and ensure proper flow-down into operations

-Support preparation and validation of export/import documentation for non-standard shipments

-Advise leadership on compliance risks associated with business activities and decisions

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Skills and Requirements

-Roughly 5 years of experience in import/export compliance or related regulatory functions

-Working knowledge of U.S. trade regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR), sanctions programs (OFAC), customs requirements, and related controls

-Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and contractual clauses

-Strong written and verbal communication skills

-Proficiency with standard business software (e.g., Microsoft Office)

-Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting -Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

-Prior experience in a regulated manufacturing or technical environment preferred

-Familiarity with trade compliance systems or tools is a plus