Trade Compliance Officer

Barclay Meade; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation seeks a Trade Compliance Officer with experience in Defence sector and expertise in international trade laws. The role entails maintaining compliance with UK and US regulations, managing documentation, and providing compliance advice to stakeholders. This is a 6-month contract, primarily remote, with the occasional visit to Templecombe.

Qualifications

• Background in Defence or Aerospace.
• Familiarity with EU Export Controls.
• Solid working knowledge of UK and US export regulations (ITAR/EAR).

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders, providing trusted compliance advice.
• Own and manage trade documentation (CECCs, DSP5s).
• Apply for UK and US export licenses, and manage recordkeeping.

Skills

Trade Compliance

International Trade

Audits

Export Compliance

Compliance Officer

Job description

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Trade Compliance Officer with Defence sector experience, with occasional visits to their site in Templecombe.

Key skills required for this role

Trade Compliance Officer, International Trade, CECCs, ICECCs, Export Compliance Officer, Defence, Aerospace, Compliance Officer, Audits, Imports, Exports, ITAR, EAR, Trade Compliance

Important

Trade Compliance Officer, International Trade, CECCs, ICECCs, Export Compliance Officer, Defence, Aerospace, Compliance Officer, Audits, Imports, Exports, ITAR, EAR, Trade Compliance

Job description

An industry-leading defence organisation is currently looking for a Trade Compliance Officer with occasional visits to their site in Templecombe.

• Duration: 6 month contract
• Location: Templecombe
• Working Pattern: Remote with occasional site visits
• Salary: Competitive day rate (Inside IR35)
• Eligibility to gain SC clearance

As a key member of the Trade Compliance Team, reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance, you'll be the go-to expert ensuring operations stay aligned with international trade control laws, especially UK and US export regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with internal stakeholders, providing trusted compliance advice
• Own and manage trade documentation (CECCs, DSP5s, TAAs, End User Statements, etc.)
• Apply for UK and US export licenses, using tools like SNAP-R, and liaise with US counterparts
• Review and approve sales orders, contracts, and shipping documents for compliance
• Ensure accurate, secure, and compliant recordkeeping
• Contribute to internal policy development, training, and awareness

Key Skills & Experience:

• Background in Defence or Aerospace
• Familiarity with EU Export Controls
• Solid working knowledge of UK and US export regulations (ITAR/EAR)
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills
• Strong commercial awareness

To apply for this Trade Compliance Officer opportunity, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.