Export Control Compliance Manager (F/M)

Airbus Aircraft; Toulouse; Sur place; EUR 75 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AIRBUS SAS is seeking an Export Control Compliance Manager in Toulouse, France to lead daily export control operations and ensure compliance with national, European, and international regulations.

You will work within a multinational Compliance team, advising engineering, procurement and logistics on export controls, managing license processes, classification, screening and reporting, and driving training and awareness across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in export control or trade compliance within industrial, defense, aerospace or high-tech sectors.
• Solid knowledge of EU Dual-Use Regulation and French national procedures (e.g., SBDU, DGA).
• Strong understanding of international sanctions regimes (EU, UN, US).
• Knowledge of US EAR and ITAR is a plus.
• Ability to interpret complex legal texts and apply them to operations.
• Proactive mindset to identify compliance gaps and propose practical solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail in classification, documentation and screening.
• Strong collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken).

Responsabilités

• Manage and process export license applications (dual-use, military, sanctions) with national authorities.
• Ensure timely renewal and reporting for licenses and maintain central license records.
• Support classification of products per EU Dual-Use regulation, perform screening against sanctions lists.
• Advise cross-functional teams on export control requirements for international transactions and contracts.

Connaissances

Export compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

French & English

Description du poste

Job Description:

Toulouse, France. Airbus Group is committed to conducting its business with integrity, in accordance with all local and international laws and regulations.

Airbus Commercial is looking for an Export Control Compliance Manager - France (f/m) to join our Export Control department based in Toulouse, France. Airbus Group is committed to conducting its business with integrity, in accordance with all local and international laws and regulations.

The Export Control team supports this commitment by ensuring the consistent implementation of export & sanctions regulations through dedicated processes deployed across the Group, its divisions and controlled subsidiaries, while promoting a strong Export Control culture overall.

As an Export Control Manager in our multinational industrial company, you will be a critical member of the Compliance team, ensuring adherence to all applicable national, European, and international export control regulations. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the daily operational export control processes, mitigate compliance risks, and support the business in achieving its strategic goals while maintaining full legal compliance.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a critical compliance function within a global industry leader. You will have access to senior leadership and play a pivotal role in protecting the company's integrity, reputation, and competitive edge.

Your working environment:

Global capital of aeronautics and European capital for space research, Toulouse is a dynamic city in the southwest of France served by an international airport. Ideally located between the Mediterranean sea and the Atlantic ocean and close to the Pyrenees mountains, it offers plenty of options for outdoor activities!

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
• Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
• Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death).
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges:

• Licensing Management:
  • Manage and process applications for export licenses (dual-use items, military items, sanctions ...) with relevant national authorities.
  • Ensure timely renewal and accurate reporting for all granted licenses.
  • Maintain the central database of all license records and approvals.
• Classification & Screening:
  • Support the determination and validation of the export classification of products (hardware, software, technology) according to the EU Dual-Use Regulation, the Wassenaar Arrangement, and national control lists .
  • Conduct Restricted Party Screening (RPS) of customers, suppliers, and partners against global sanctions lists and manage subsequent escalations.
  • Perform end-use and end-user checks for high-risk transactions.
• Operational Support:
  • Advise Engineering incl R&D, Procurement, Digital, Operations and Logistics teams on export control requirements for international transactions, shipments, and technology transfers.
  • Review contracts, quotations, and shipping documentation for compliance with export authorizations.
  • Support the implementation of export control clauses in company contracts.
• Training & Awareness:
  • Develop and deliver tailored training sessions to employees across various departments on export control policies and procedures.

Your boarding pass:

• At least 4 years of professional experience in an Export Control or Trade Compliance preferably within the industrial, defense, aerospace, or high-tech sectors.
• Proven knowledge of EU Dual-Use Regulation and French national regulations and procedures (e.g., SBDU, DGA).
• Solid understanding of international sanctions regimes (EU, UN, US).
• Knowledge of US Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a significant advantage.
• Ability to interpret complex legal texts and apply them practically to commercial operations.
• Proactive approach to identifying compliance gaps and developing practical solutions.
• Exceptional attention to detail in classification, documentation, and screening processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external government agencies.
• Language: Fluent professional working proficiency in both French and English (written and verbal) is essential.

Company:

AIRBUS SAS

Employment Type:

Permanent

Classe Emploi (France): Classe G13

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Ethics & Compliance

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.