Trade Compliance Manager - Middle East, Türkiye and Africa

279 KONE Middle East UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global firm is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager based in Dubai, UAE. This role involves monitoring regulatory developments, advising business units on trade compliance, and leading compliance processes across the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in trade compliance, a degree in relevant fields, and the motivation to work in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to develop expertise in trade compliance topics

Diversity and inclusion workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of relevant trade compliance experience.
• Knowledge of trade compliance regulatory requirements in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa.
• Strong technical skills, including MS Office; SAP is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor & implement relevant regulatory developments applicable to KONE.
• Advise on trade compliance subject matters, such as customs tariffs.
• Lead in developing trade compliance processes and participate in key projects.

Skills

Trade compliance experience

Cross-functional management

Data analysis

Compliance mindset

Fluent English

Education

Degree in international trade, logistics, or economics

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Would you like to join a great place to work and a great team in a global environment for a highly respected company? Is trade compliance your passion, and are you eager to share that passion in line with our values of Care, Customer, Collaboration, and Courage?

We are looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to be responsible for the geographical area of the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa. The role will be based in the UAE, reporting to the Area Trade Compliance Manager, APM & China.

In this role, you will :

• Monitor & implement relevant regulatory developments applicable to the KONE environment
• Advise and train business units and global functions on trade compliance subject matters, such as customs tariffs, country of origin, and free trade agreements
• Take the lead in developing applicable trade compliance processes and participate in key projects as a subject matter expert
• Support in customs and other relevant audits
• Liaise with internal parties, such as procurement, logistics, tax, legal, compliance, and local business units, and external parties such as customs brokers and relevant authorities.

The preferred location of the role is Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

We are looking for candidates with :

• Minimum 8+ years of relevant trade compliance experience
• Suitable educational background, e.g., in international trade, logistics, economics, or other relevant fields
• Knowledge of trade compliance regulatory requirements in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa
• Understanding of customs tariff classification, country of origin & free trade agreement requirements, and customs valuation
• Willingness to continuously develop expertise in trade compliance
• High motivation to work as part of a global team with the ability to make effective decisions and address issues promptly
• Strong compliance mindset
• Experience managing cross-functional activities independently in a changing environment
• Experience working in an international, multicultural environment with both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to collect, manage, and analyze data efficiently, and identify key issues and root causes
• Ability to summarize and present complex facts to non-specialist audiences
• Availability and willingness to travel worldwide when necessary
• Strong technical skills, including MS Office; SAP is an advantage
• Fluent written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage

What do you get in return?

We offer a unique opportunity to work in an international, fast-moving environment, interacting with both internal and external stakeholders, and to develop expertise in a wide range of trade compliance topics.

KONE is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We value each individual's contribution and promote a collaborative, innovative work culture. Employee engagement and participation are encouraged.

Please submit your application, including a cover letter and CV, by 5th August!