Export Specialist

TEEMA; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an Export Control Specialist in Toronto, Ontario, to support trade compliance under Canadian and U.S. regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in export controls, a degree in International Trade or related fields, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include reviewing export documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and liaising with internal stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and a salary range of $75,000 – $105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of export controls or trade compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. export regulations including ITAR/EAR.
• Ability to work with internal/external stakeholders and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and process export documentation, including permits and licenses.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR and Canadian export laws.
• Liaise with internal teams and government agencies on trade control matters.

Skills

Export controls knowledge

Strong communication skills

Independently solving compliance issues

Education

Degree or diploma in International Trade, Commerce, or Law

Job description

Hybrid: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday in the office

Salary Range: $75,000 – $105,000 annually

Overview

We are seeking an Export Control Specialist to support trade compliance and ensure adherence to Canadian and U.S. export control regulations. This role will help maintain policies, procedures, and licensing processes to support compliant operations while balancing business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process export documentation, including end-user statements, permits, and licenses
• Support export/re-export authorizations and related approvals
• Ensure required permits and licenses are in place throughout contract delivery
• Maintain export control systems and reporting with strong attention to accuracy
• Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR, Canadian Controlled Goods, and export/import regulations
• Liaise with internal teams and government agencies on trade control matters
• Support compliance investigations and risk reporting
• Deliver export controls training to internal employees
• Assist with export classification, jurisdiction reviews, and process improvements

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of export controls or trade compliance experience
• Degree or diploma in International Trade, Commerce, Law, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. export regulations (ITAR/EAR, Controlled Goods, export permits)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with internal/external stakeholders
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and solve complex compliance issues
• Must be able to obtain required security clearance(s) and pass compliance assessments

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting regulated technology environments (e.g., aerospace/space/defence)