Export Control Manager - Defence

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We are looking for an Export Control Manager for a 12 months contract based in Bristol on behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs.

Job description - the role

As the Export Control Manager - Defence, you will be responsible for supporting the compliance and operations of Defence programs. In this role you will also be responsible for authoring global export licenses, working with program leadership to ensure operations remain within the authorised scope, assisting in any compliance investigations, and training personnel on export controls.

As an Export Control Manager you will be responsible for:

• Work with Business Management to ensure international trade compliance needs are appropriately forecast and fulfilled in order to allow for seamless exports to customers, suppliers and other business partners.
• Draft and maintain all export authorisations and supporting documents for your assigned programs and business areas to support the export of parts, technology and services, and ensure the full scope of business activity remains compliant to all regulations, terms and conditions.
• Promote the culture of export control compliance throughout the Defence Business by teaching / coaching / mentoring employees on a daily basis, and assisting with formal instruction during training courses on export compliance unique to the business needs.
• Assist with assurance activities, investigations, drafting disclosures and correcting any compliance deficiency.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of Defence export control procedures, work instructions and control plans to communicate key compliance requirements to the engine programs.
• Maintain expertise and skills related to SAP GTS as a key user that manages the licensing database, stop shipments, and denied party screenings where appropriate.

What we require from the candidate:

• Experienced in UK, EU, US and/or other international export control regulations
• Previous experience working within or implementing compliance programs
• Great communication skills - able to communicate with stakeholders at different levels
• SAP experience
• Experience in delivering training
• Process mapping experience

Next steps

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.
Please note that due to recent changes in Off Payroll (IR35) legislation, our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE or Umbrella model. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company.
AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

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