Export Control Compliance Manager

Airbus; Broughton in Furness; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus UK is seeking an Export Control Compliance Manager to lead and implement export control across UK/EU/US jurisdictions, collaborating with government agencies and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence.

You will develop and deliver focused training, drive process improvements, and support subsidiaries with export control obligations while reporting to the Head of Airbus Export Control Commercial Aircraft - UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in multinational environments advising on international trade and export control.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU/US export controls, preferably in aerospace.
• Ability to train and advise internal teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Request, manage, and ensure strict compliance for all export licences and exceptions under UK, EU and US regulations.
• Represent Airbus with government agencies (e.g., ECJU) and working groups.
• Oversee audits and implement recommendations; support subsidiaries with export control obligations.
• Develop and deliver targeted export control training across the UK.
• Improve processes and deploy automation tools in line with Airbus directives.
• Provide regulatory reporting and documentation for all related obligations.

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

TRAVEL REQUIRED

Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION

Broughton

TYPE

Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving and purpose built maternity rooms on site
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

Airbus is reinforcing export control compliance within our organisation and embedding core values of honesty and integrity.

You can play a critical role in this improvement, contributing to the evolution of Airbus' culture of compliance in accordance with all local and international laws and regulations. You will help to raise our export control maturity to bring competitive advantage for the company and mitigate potential exposure to penalties, debarment, consent agreements etc

Reporting directly to the Head of Airbus Export Control Commercial Aircraft - UK, the Export Control Compliance Manager is responsible for developing and implementing export control compliance across all relevant jurisdictions, notably the national and the US regulations that Airbus UK is subject to.

You seek to continuously improve, have strong attention to detail and enjoy collaborating with others in a dynamic environment.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• As needed - request, manage, and ensure strict compliance for all export licences, agreements, and exceptions under UK, EU, and US regulations, while overseeing and documenting all related processes and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Represent Airbus with government agencies (e.g., ECJU) and commercial working groups, collaborating closely with the wider Airbus export control team to drive a consistent, efficient approach to compliance.
• Oversee internal and external audits-including the implementation of their recommendations, while actively monitoring and assisting subsidiaries with their export control obligations.
• Advise internal teams, external suppliers, and service providers on export control matters, ensuring all necessary authorizations are secured and specific terms and conditions are strictly followed.
• Develop and deliver targeted export control training across the UK, constructively engaging with staff and management across all functions to raise awareness and identify and mitigate risks.
• Continuously improve departmental processes, optimize export control practices, and deploy automation tools in alignment with regulatory requirements and Airbus Directives and Methods.

ABOUT YOU

Previous experience working in a multinational environment advising on international trade, sanctions and export control matters

You have strong knowledge of UK (preferably aerospace) industrial export environment - specifically UK, EU, US export control

Specific knowledge of French and/or German export controls would be beneficial.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solution s.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition an