Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Kongsberg Defence Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (26 weeks)

5 weeks annual leave

Marriage and Fertility leave

Above-superannuation guarantee

WhereFit discounts

Professional development

Job summary

KONGSBERG Australia is seeking an experienced International Trade Compliance Coordinator to lead export control activities at the Mawson Lakes Facility in Adelaide. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with Australian and international export controls for defence programs, with emphasis on risk-informed guidance and robust governance.

You will develop policies, deliver training, support audits and licence submissions, and liaise with regulators and industry partners to maintain high

Qualifications

• Diploma Level or above qualification in law, international relations, transport, logistics, supply chain, customs brokerage, business or other related field.
• Formal training and certification in export controls, trade controls and/or trade compliance (desirable).
• Minimum 3 years export control, trade control and/or trade compliance coordination experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of and experience in implementing Australian and US export controls (military and dual use).
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to clearly and concisely articulate findings and summarise recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, government and industry partners; develop and maintain compliance policies and artefacts.
• Provide export control advice aligned with legal, regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Develop and deliver education and awareness programs for internal and external audiences.
• Support audits, licence submissions and compliance reporting, including regulator liaison.
• Identify licensing requirements and assist with applications for export/import authorisations.
• Interpret and apply licence conditions, exemptions, retransfer limitations and end-use obligations.

Skills

ERP proficiency

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Education

Diploma or higher in law / international relations / transport / logistics / supply chain

Export controls training/certification

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

KONGSBERG Australia is seeking an experienced International Trade Compliance Coordinator to lead export control activities at the Mawson Lakes Facility in Adelaide. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with Australian and international export controls for defence programs, with emphasis on risk-informed guidance and robust governance.

You will develop policies, deliver training, support audits and licence submissions, and liaise with regulators and industry partners to maintain high