Compliance Manager (Export Controls & Sanctions)

JetBrains; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Flexible hybrid work

Wellness allowance

Professional development budget

On-site parking

Medical insurance allowance

Job summary

JetBrains in London seeks an experienced export controls compliance leader to co‑drive EU and US trade controls for a global software company. You will interpret regulations, classify tech, assess risk on high‑impact deals, and collaborate across Legal, Sales, Product, Procurement and Finance.

The role offers a flexible hybrid work model, a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a broad benefits package supporting professional development and well‑being.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on EU & U.S. trade compliance experience in a tech or global software environment.
• Strong command of EU export control regulations (EUDU), EAR (including de minimis, FDPR, AI related) and sanctions regimes.
• Ability to interpret technical software/AI features for export classification.
• Pragmatic, business-oriented judgment; excellent communication skills; fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead export controls & sanctions program of the group.
• Monitor and interpret EU/U.S. export controls, sanctions, and enforcement trends.
• Own classification, licensing, and technology-transfer processes.
• Advise on high-risk transactions, strategic deals, M&A, market entry, and partner onboarding.
• Build and refine workflows, documentation, and automation for trade compliance.
• Act as an escalation point for restricted countries, entities, and high-risk reviews.
• Collaborate with Legal, Sales, Product, Procurement, Finance, and Security on cross-border compliance matters.
• Assist and drive sanctions & export control-related investigations & concern reviews.

Skills

Trade compliance

Regulatory analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluent

Job description

JetBrains builds world-class developer tools trusted by 11 million users, including 88 Fortune Global Top 100 companies. As we accelerate our global growth, we’re expanding the Compliance department to keep revenue flowing smoothly and securely.

About The Role

Co-lead JetBrains’ global export controls & sanctions program. Drive compliance with EU and U.S. export controls and manage risks with emerging AI-related controls. Enable secure global sales while protecting the company from regulatory and reputational risk.

What You’ll Do

• Co-lead export controls & sanctions program of the group.
• Monitor and interpret EU/U.S. export controls, sanctions, and enforcement trends.
• Own classification, licensing, and technology-transfer processes.
• Advise on higher-risk transactions, strategic deals, M&A, market entry, and technology partner onboarding.
• Build and refine workflows, documentation, and automation for trade compliance.
• Act as an escalation point for restricted countries, entities, and high-risk reviews.
• Collaborate with Legal, Sales, Product, Procurement, Finance, and Security on cross-border compliance matters.
• Assist and drive sanctions & export control-related investigations & concern reviews.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of on-hands EU & U.S. trade compliance experience in a tech or global software environment
• Strong command of EU export control regulations (EUDU), EAR (including de minimis, FDPR, AI related) and sanctions regimes.
• Ability to interpret technical software/AI features for export classification.
• Pragmatic, business-oriented judgment; excellent communication skills; fluent English.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary, annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work.
• Modern offices with ergonomic workspaces, massages, on-site parking, and snacks.
• Annual wellness allowance and a professional development budget for conferences, certifications, and leadership coaching.
• An open, engineering-driven culture where the Legal & Compliance team is viewed as a strategic business partner.

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.

Why join JetBrains?

• Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
• Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
• Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
• Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family.
• Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
• Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
• Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
• Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
• Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
• Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.
• Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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