Compliance Specialist

Saab Seaeye Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Compliance Specialist to be a key member of the Ethics & Compliance team within the Legal & Commercial group. The role provides expert advice across global trade compliance, sanctions, ethics, anti-bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance.

You will work with stakeholders to uphold high standards of regulatory adherence and support strategic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance management within a complex or multi‑jurisdiction organisation.
• Knowledge of Australian and global trade regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Understanding of Australian Defence procurement and contracting environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience interpreting and applying legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Tertiary qualifications in Law with admission to legal practice.
• SA Legal Practising Certificate or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance activities for allocated programs, projects and business areas.
• Act as a primary Ethics & Compliance contact and subject matter expert.
• Provide advice on trade compliance, sanctions and ethics obligations.
• Conduct compliance audits, reviews and risk assessments.
• Develop and deliver compliance training across the organisation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement associated process improvements.
• Support and mentor junior members of the Legal & Commercial team.

Skills

Compliance management

Trade regulations ITAR EAR

Defence procurement

Stakeholder management

Regulatory interpretation

Law degree

Legal practising certificate

Education

Law degree

Job description

COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

For further information about a career at Saab, visit:

The role

The Compliance Specialist is a key member of the Ethics & Compliance team within the Legal & Commercial group. The role is responsible for providing expert advice and support across a broad range of compliance matters, including global trade compliance, sanctions, ethics, anti-bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will help ensure Saab maintains the highest standards of ethical and regulatory compliance while supporting strategic business outcomes.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead compliance activities for allocated programs, projects and business areas
• Act as a primary Ethics & Compliance contact and subject matter expert
• Provide advice on trade compliance, sanctions and ethics obligations
• Conduct compliance audits, reviews and risk assessments
• Develop and deliver compliance training across the organisation
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement associated process improvements
• Support and mentor junior members of the Legal & Commercial team

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight will be discussed after successful probation and discussions with the manager.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Experience in compliance management within a complex or multi-jurisdiction organisation
• Knowledge of Australian and global trade regulations, including ITAR and EAR requirements
• Understanding of Australian Defence Industry procurement and contracting environments
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse business groups
• Experience interpreting and applying legislative and regulatory requirements
• Tertiary qualifications in Law with admission to legal practice
• South Australian Legal Practising Certificate, or ability to obtain

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR

What you will be part of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations around the world and forms part of Australia's sovereign defence capability. . Learn more about Saab here.
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.