Export Control & Trade Compliance Lead (Hybrid)

Cirrus Selection; Towngate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Market Deeping is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to UK, EU, and US export regulations. Responsibilities include managing compliance processes and providing regulatory guidance. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of trade compliance experience and the ability to hold security clearance. The role offers competitive salary and enhanced benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday allowance – 25 days + bank holidays

Competitive pension scheme – up to 8% employer contribution

Private healthcare and life assurance

Flexible working hours

Continuous learning and career development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in trade compliance, export control, or customs.
• Knowledge of UK/EU export control laws and ideally ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Experience with export licensing and customs compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage export and import compliance processes, including licence applications.
• Provide guidance on UK/EU and US trade regulations to internal teams.
• Conduct Restricted Party Screening and due diligence activities.
• Support audits, commodity classification, and licence tracking.
• Deliver training and compliance awareness across the business.

Skills

Experience in trade compliance

Knowledge of UK/EU export control laws

Experience with export licensing

Ability to hold UK Government Security Clearance

Job description

A leading technology company in Market Deeping is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to UK, EU, and US export regulations. Responsibilities include managing compliance processes and providing regulatory guidance. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of trade compliance experience and the ability to hold security clearance. The role offers competitive salary and enhanced benefits, including hybrid working options.