APAC Compliance Analyst (Export Compliance)

Smith & Associates Far East Ltd.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith & Associates Far East Ltd. in Hong Kong is seeking an APAC Compliance Analyst (Export Compliance) to ensure timely, regulation-compliant exports and support ISO procedures across teams.

You will guide traders on EAR/ITAR classifications, track regulatory changes, maintain export documentation, and collaborate with IT and Compliance to embed controls across systems. Fluency in English, Mandarin and Cantonese is required; experience with ECCN, HTS/Schedule B, and risk assessments is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related discipline.
• Advanced export certifications preferred.
• 3–4 years in export compliance or trade operations.
• Strong knowledge of EAR/ITAR, ECCN, HTS/Schedule B.
• Fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Responsibilities

• Guide traders on regulatory compliance (EAR/ITAR/ECCN).
• Identify and resolve shipment discrepancies.
• Communicate updates on internal policies.
• Collaborate with IT and Compliance teams to embed controls.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain export documentation.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Export controls

International logistics

Risk assessment

Multicultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Advanced export certifications

Job description

About Smith Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors. We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $3.4 billion in 2025 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We’re always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more. As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 700 people worldwide, with offices spanning four continents. Our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo, and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

APAC Compliance Analyst (Export Compliance)

The Compliance Analyst plays a vital role in ensuring timely and regulation-compliant exports for Smith, while maintaining ISO procedures and facilitating seamless communication across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide our traders on regulatory compliance matters, including EAR, ITAR, ECCN classifications, HTS/Schedule B, dual-use items, and end-use / end-user statements to prevent violations and support secure international trade.
• Identify and resolve fast-track shipment discrepancies to accelerate processing and minimize delays.
• Communicate updates on internal compliance policies to relevant teams and support the effective implementation of changes.
• Collaborate with IT and Compliance teams to integrate export control regulations into systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, maintain export documentation, and track regulatory changes to ensure ongoing adherence to international standards like ISO and APAC-specific trade laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related discipline
• Advanced certifications (e.g., Certified Export Specialist or equivalent) preferred.
• 3-4 years of hands-on experience in export compliance, international logistics, or trade operations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. export regulations (EAR, ITAR), classification systems (ECCN, HTS/Schedule B), ISO 9001 standards, and global trade compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to interpret and analyze complex regulations, conduct risk assessments, and implement compliance programs in dynamic, multicultural environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with fluency in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks eighth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.