Global Trade Compliance Lead — Defence Tech

Copello; Swindon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Copello is recruiting a Trade Compliance Manager in Swindon to lead the UK trade compliance programme within a Defence-focused organisation developing cutting-edge technology.

You will oversee export controls and licensing across UK, EU and US frameworks, and partner with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to enable compliant global operations. A strong background in ITAR/EAR and risk-based guidance is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in trade compliance and export controls.
• Strong knowledge of UK export controls, ITAR and EAR.
• Experience supporting procurement and international supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the UK trade compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with UK, EU and US export control regulations, including ITAR and EAR.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing and Commercial teams to enable compliant, efficient global operations.
• Manage export licensing, classification, sanctions screening and end-user controls.
• Develop practical policies, processes and training that support innovation while managing regulatory risk.
• Collaborate with international colleagues to drive best practice across the business.

Skills

Trade compliance

Export controls

UK export controls

ITAR

EAR

Sanctions

Licensing

Procurement support

International supply chain

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Copello is recruiting a Trade Compliance Manager in Swindon to lead the UK trade compliance programme within a Defence-focused organisation developing cutting-edge technology.

You will oversee export controls and licensing across UK, EU and US frameworks, and partner with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to enable compliant global operations. A strong background in ITAR/EAR and risk-based guidance is essential.