Head Of Trade Compliance

Copello; Marlow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced International Trade Compliance Manager to lead compliance functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trade compliance, overseeing licensing, and ensuring adherence to international laws, including UK, EU, and US regulations. This role requires proven leadership skills and eligibility for UK Security Clearance. Located in Marlow, the position promises a dynamic environment with opportunities for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in trade compliance within a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of international export regulations (US and UK/EU).
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).

Responsibilities

• Lead the ITC function and team, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee global licensing and authorisations, offering strategic guidance.
• Drive automation and process improvements across the compliance landscape.

Skills

Leadership in trade compliance

Understanding of international export regulations

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

Overview

Copello are working with an established defence client who are looking for an International Trade Compliance Manager to lead the function ensuring Company compliance with international trade compliance laws and regulations, including UK, EU and US (EAR/ITAR).

Responsibilities

• Lead the ITC function and team, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee global licensing and authorisations, offering strategic guidance across departments.
• Act as a subject matter expert on ITAR, EAR, UKML, Dual-Use and related frameworks.
• Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Commercial, Supply Chain) and external bodies to manage compliance risk.
• Drive automation and process improvements across the compliance landscape.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven leadership in trade compliance within a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of international export regulations (US and UK/EU).
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset.
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).

For more information, please get in touch with Ella