Global Trade Compliance Manager – Sanctions & Export Controls

A.P. Møller - Maersk A/S; Denmark; Hybrid; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Regional Compliance Manager to lead sanctions and export controls work across our global operations. You will advise on defence‑related activities, partner with commercial teams, and drive risk management across regions and markets.

You will stay ahead of geopolitical developments, translate complex regulations into practical guidance, and support leadership with risk‑aware decision making.

Qualifications

• An experienced compliance professional with strong expertise in sanctions, export controls, or financial crime.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on complex sanctions and export controls matters, including defence‑related business activities.
• Partner with commercial teams to support bids for government and non‑government contracts, positioning compliance as a value driver.
• Assess and manage regulatory risks related to controlled, sensitive, and defence‑related commodities.
• Enable risk‑based decision‑making across transactions, customers, routes, and markets.
• Monitor geopolitical and regulatory developments, translating them into clear, actionable insights for the business.
• Advise on sensitive and high‑profile topics, including matters relating to blocking statutes and human rights, supporting senior leadership and investor‑facing discussions.
• Support the management of reputational risks and stakeholder‑sensitive issues.
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to ensure aligned and responsible operations

Skills

Sanctions expertise

Export controls

Financial crime

Geopolitical risk analysis

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Maersk is seeking a Regional Compliance Manager to lead sanctions and export controls work across our global operations. You will advise on defence‑related activities, partner with commercial teams, and drive risk management across regions and markets.

You will stay ahead of geopolitical developments, translate complex regulations into practical guidance, and support leadership with risk‑aware decision making.