Associate Director, Global Trade Compliance

Illumina; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Cambridge is looking for an Associate Director of Global Trade Compliance. This role requires extensive experience in international trade and compliance. The ideal candidate will oversee compliance in the Europe & UK region and manage a dynamic team while engaging with senior management. The company offers competitive benefits including flexible time off and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Private medical insurance

Employee stock purchasing program

Qualifications

• 15 years of related experience with 7+ years in management.
• Extensive experience in international trade and compliance.
• Specialized knowledge of Europe & UK trade requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate compliance in key trade areas.
• Execute operational objectives and partner with senior leadership.
• Develop and modify company policies that may have enterprise-wide effect.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

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What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Associate Director, Global Trade Compliance.

Cambridge

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The Associate Director, Global Trade Compliance will be an essential member of Illumina’s Global Trade Compliance Team (GTC). The Associate Director will be responsible for managing corporate compliance in key trade areas in the Europe & UK region. This position requires expertise regarding import and export regulations and operations. Knowledge of trade compliance obligations and operational best practices are important for success in this role.

Why us

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world-changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, lifestyle allowance, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off and much more!

Why you

As our Associate Director, Global Trade Compliance you will demonstrate exceptional analytical and communication skills, and the ability to build partnerships across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic GTC team that is supporting the Company’s vision to transform human health. Your passion and expertise are critical to our success!

Responsibilities:

Executes operational objectives and begins to partner with senior leadership on strategic planning.

Recommends methods to improve operational effectiveness.

Develops, modifies, and executes company policies that affect immediate operations and may have enterprise-wide effect.

Works on highly complex assignments where problem solving requires conceptual thinking as all factors may not be clearly defined.

Erroneous decisions may cause critical delay in accomplishing annual goals and directly impact the overall success of a function or multiple departments.

Frequently interacts with senior management and/or executives on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.

Applies advanced knowledge to convince stakeholders of desired departmental outcomes.

Interactions require the ability to negotiate and persuade others in sensitive and complex situations while preserving relationships.

Directs the activities of two or more disciplines or departments.

Frequently advises team(s) on complex matters and has significant influence in terms of budget, methods, and staffing.

Oversees experienced professionals and may be responsible for subordinate supervisors and/or managers.

Requirements:

extensive experience in international trade, deep understanding of core trade compliance topics, including country of origin, valuation, and classification.

Specialized knowledge of Europe & UK trade requirements and operations.

Experience engaging government officials representing trade interests of multinationals

Experience in life science or medical device industry considered a plus.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, judgement, creativity, flexibility.

Experience engaging cross-functionally and collaboratively to develop and implement compliance programs.

Detail oriented and highly organized; ability to multi-task several tasks/projects at once.

Ability to adapt to rapid change, work with a sense of urgency, and manage time effectively.

Education:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 15 years of related experience, with 7+ years of Management experience.

What can youexpect?

Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognizes the tremendous value they bring to our business every day.At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.

All job offers with Illumina are subject to a valid VOG (Code of conduct). Failure to be able to supply this might result in the retraction of any job contract.

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We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact To learn more, visit: . The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.