Group Transport & Trade Compliance Manager

Cast UK Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Transport & Trade Compliance Manager to ensure efficient and compliant movement of goods. This role involves overseeing transport operations and trade compliance strategies while managing risks and supporting global trade initiatives. You'll develop policies, collaborate with various teams, and drive continuous improvement across operations. Join a growing international business that values your expertise and offers flexibility and autonomy to lead meaningful change in global operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport/logistics management with global scope.
• Strong knowledge of international trade compliance and US regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise UK and international transport operations for efficiency.
• Oversee global trade compliance processes, including customs documentation.

Skills

Transport Management

Trade Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant Certifications (e.g. IATA, CILT)

Job description

Group Transport & Trade Compliance Manager
Swindon
Up to £50,000 per annum DOE

You'll be the go-to expert for all things transport and trade compliance - ensuring the movement of goods is efficient, compliant, and aligned with global standards. Reporting at a senior level, you'll oversee transport operations and trade compliance strategies while managing risk, supporting global trade initiatives, and ensuring adherence to regulations, especially those under US Trade Compliance laws.

What will the role involve?

1. Lead and optimise UK and international transport operations, ensuring efficiency and cost control
2. Oversee global trade compliance processes, including customs documentation, export/import controls, and regulatory adherence
3. Ensure compliance with UK, EU, and particularly US Trade Compliance regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, etc.)
4. Develop and implement trade compliance policies and training programmes across the group
5. Manage key relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and regulatory bodies
6. Monitor and assess regulatory changes, updating internal processes as needed
7. Collaborate with supply chain, legal, procurement and commercial teams to align business goals with compliance and logistics performance
8. Drive continuous improvement across transport and compliance operations

What will you ideally bring to the role?

1. Proven experience in transport/logistics management with global scope
2. Strong knowledge of international trade compliance, with a deep understanding of US Trade Compliance regulations
3. Experience leading multi-site or group-level operations
4. Excellent knowledge of customs procedures, import/export classifications, and documentation requirements
5. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across senior leadership
6. Hands-on and proactive approach to solving challenges and improving processes
7. Relevant certifications (e.g. IATA, CILT, Customs Compliance, or similar) are desirable

You'll be joining a growing, international business where your voice is heard and your expertise will shape group-wide success. They offer flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to lead meaningful change across global operations.